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Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 9, 2020.

Applies to the following strengths: ethyl esters 1000 mg; 1200 mg; 1000 mg; 500 mg; 200 mg; with Vitamin B Complex; with Vitamin B Complex and Vitamin D; 1050 mg; 350 mg; with Vitamin B Complex and chromium; 1100 mg; with Vitamin D and E; 290 mg-200 intl units; 425 mg; 1600 mg/5 mL; 667 mg; 1400 mg/5 mL

Usual Adult Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Hypertriglyceridemia

1 gram prescription only products:
4 grams orally daily; may be given as a single dose or 2 divided doses.

Comments:
-Assess triglyceride levels carefully before starting therapy and identify other possible causes (e.g. diabetes, hypothyroidism, medications) and manage appropriately.
-Patients should be on a lipid lowering diet prior to using this medication, and continue the diet during use of this medication.
-Capsules should be swallowed whole; do not break, crush, chew or dissolve capsules.
-In clinical trials, the medication was administered with meals.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
-Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Frequently asked questions

Further information

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