Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Dosage
Applies to the following strength(s): 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
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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
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Liver Dose Adjustments
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Dialysis
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Consumer resources
- Krill Oil
- Omega-3 Fatty Acid Capsules
- Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
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Professional resources
- Omega-3-acid Ethyl Esters (AHFS Monograph)
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- Fish Oils (Advanced Reading)
