Vascepa Dosage
Generic name: icosapent ethyl 1000mg
Dosage form: capsule
Drug class: Miscellaneous antihyperlipidemic agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 30, 2021.
Prior to Initiation of VASCEPA
- Assess lipid levels before initiating therapy. Identify other causes (e.g., diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, or medications) of high triglyceride levels and manage as appropriate.
- Patients should engage in appropriate nutritional intake and physical activity before receiving VASCEPA, which should continue during treatment with VASCEPA.
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