Omega-3-acid ethyl esters
- Generic Name
- Omega-3-acid ethyl esters
- Brand Names
- Lovaza, Omtryg
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- -
- CAS Number
- 308081-97-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- D87YGH4Z0Q
- Background
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters are prescription drugs that contain eicosapentaenoic acid-ethyl ester (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid-ethyl ester (DHA) that are used in combination with changes in diet to lower triglyceride levels in adults with severe (≥ 500 mg/dL) hypertriglyceridemia. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters are currently marketed in the US, EU, and many other...
- Indication
Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters capsules, USP are indicated as an adjunct to diet to reduce triglyceride (TG) levels in adult patients with severe (≥500 mg/dL) hypertriglyceridemia (HTG).
- Associated Conditions
- Severe Hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG)
- Associated Therapies
- -
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