{"product_id":"vascepa-icosapent-ethyl","title":"VASCEPA (Icosapent Ethyl)","description":"\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIcosapent Ethyl,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e Vascepa\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntilipemic Agent, Omega-3 Fatty Acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIcosapent Ethyl, Vascepa is indicated for cardiovascular risk reduction with mild hypertriglyceridemia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow does this medication work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduction in the hepatic production of triglyceride-rich very low-density lipoproteins. The mechanisms contributing to reduction of cardiovascular events are not completely understood but are likely multifactorial such as increased eicosapentaenoic acid composition from carotid plaques, increased circulating EPA\/arachidonic acid ratio, and inhibition of platelet aggregation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I take this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eOral:\u003c\/em\u003e 2 g twice daily with meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Take:\u003c\/b\u003e Administer with food. Swallow whole; do not break, crush, dissolve, or chew.  Dietary modification is important in the control of severe hypertriglyceridemia. Maintain standard cholesterol-lowering diet during therapy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat should I watch for while using this medication? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore starting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIcosapent Ethyl, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vascepa  make sure your physician is aware of any allergies (seafood\/shellfish) or medications you currently take, if you have atrial fibrillation, other conditions associated with abnormal lipids (ie diabetes), liver disease, or a bleeding disorder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I miss a dose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you miss a dose of medication, try to take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take only that scheduled dose. Do not take double or extra doses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow should I store this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep out of the reach of children at all times. Store at room temperature, 59 to 86° F (15 to 30° C). Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed. Properly dispose of any unused medication after the expiration date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are the possible side effects of using this medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHemorrhage, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, peripheral edema, gout, constipation, musculoskeletal pain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote this is not a complete list of side effects, only common ones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HLS THERAPEUTICS","offers":[{"title":"1g - 120 Cap - Canada","offer_id":47160633655614,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/0321\/7982\/products\/Vascepa.jpg?v=1695298099","url":"https:\/\/www.advochealth.com\/products\/vascepa-icosapent-ethyl","provider":"AdvocHealth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}