Table of contents:
- Use
- What are Omega-3 Triglycerides for?
- What are the rules for using Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- How do I store Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- Dose
- What is the dose of Omega-3 Triglycerides for adults?
- What is the dosage of Omega-3 Triglycerides for children?
- In what dosages and preparations are Omega-3 Triglycerides available?
- Side effects
- What side effects may occur due to Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- Are Omega-3 Triglycerides safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?
- Interaction
- What medicines may interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- Can food or alcohol interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- What health conditions may interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
- Overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
Use
What are Omega-3 Triglycerides for?
Omega-3 fatty acids are drugs to reduce very low density lipoproteins, are anti-inflammatory, promote vasodilation, reduce palatelet aggregation, increase bleeding time, and reduce platelet counts.
What are the rules for using Omega-3 Triglycerides?
This medicine must be used with food.
How do I store Omega-3 Triglycerides?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of Omega-3 Triglycerides for adults?
For hypertriglyceridemia:
- Preparations containing 17% eicosapentaenoic acid and 11.5% docosahexaenoic acid: 5 g twice a day.
- Preparations containing 46% eicosapentaenoic acid and 38% docosahexaenoic acid: 2-4 g daily.
For secondary prophylaxis of myocardial infarction:
Preparations omega-3 acid ethyl esters contains 46% eicosapentaenoic acid and 38% docosahexaenoic acid: 1 g daily.
What is the dosage of Omega-3 Triglycerides for children?
There is no provision for the dosage of this drug for children (under 18 years). This medicine can be dangerous for children. It is important to understand the safety of drugs before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
In what dosages and preparations are Omega-3 Triglycerides available?
Omega-3 triglycerides are available in capsule form.
Side effects
What side effects may occur due to Omega-3 Triglycerides?
Indigestion, such as nausea, eructation, vomiting, abdominal distension, diarrhea and constipation. Acne and eczema. Elevated liver transaminases in patients with hypertriglyceridaemia.
Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using Omega-3 Triglycerides?
Blood disorders or patients receiving anticoagulants or other drugs that have antithrombotic activity; asthma patients who are sensitive to aspirin. Monitor liver function in patients with liver damage, especially if receiving high doses.
Are Omega-3 Triglycerides safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?
There is not yet sufficient information about the safety of using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Interaction
What medicines may interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
Can food or alcohol interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions may interact with Omega-3 Triglycerides?
Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.
Overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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