Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl) Capsule
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Generic
Icosapent Ethyl (Generic Equivalent to Vascepa)
Icosapent Ethyl (Generic Equivalent to Vascepa)
Icosapent Ethyl (Generic Equivalent to Vascepa)
Vascepa Capsule is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke. This medicine helps by lowering the “bad” cholesterol (LDL) levels in blood.
Take Vascepa Capsule in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Common side effects of this Vascepa Capsule include musculoskeletal pain, peripheral edema, constipation, gout, atrial fibrillation, joint pain, and oropharyngeal pain. If you experience any of these side effects that do not resolve on its own or get worse, let your doctor know. They may be able to help ways to treat or prevent them.
Uses Of Vascepa Capsule
- Treatment of High cholesterol
Benefits Of Vascepa Capsule
In Treatment of High cholesterol
Vascepa Capsule effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side Effects Of Vascepa Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects Of Vascepa
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Peripheral edema
- Constipation
How To Use Vascepa Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Vascepa Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vascepa Capsule Works
The exact science of how Vascepa Capsule works in your body is not fully understood. But many clinical studies suggest that it works by decreasing the amount of triglycerides and other fats made in the liver.
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| Product Type--Salt | Generic–Icosapent Ethyl (Generic Equivalent to Vascepa), Brands–Vascepa |
|---|---|
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