Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters

Omega-3-acid ethyl esters contains triglycerides of of the omega-3 fatty acids, perticularly eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid. In fish these fatty acids are the precursors of eicosanoids and when taken by men Omega-3-acid ethyl esters compete with the precursor arachidonic acid, and their actions include hypolipidaemia (especially reduction in triglycerides level), anti-inflammatory action and anti-platelet effect. Fish oils are the source of omega-3 triglycerides and preparations such as omega-3 marine triglycerides are thus used in patients with severe hypertriglyceridaemia. These preparations are widely used as a dietary supplements.


Adult Dose
Dose: 4 g/day
Single Dose: 4 (4)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
belongs to Polyunsturated falthyacids. .
Contraindications
Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation, Acne, Belching, Eczema.
Indications
Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters is primarily indicated in conditions like Hyperlipidaemia.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters was found.
Interfrence
Increases ALT levels
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Store Between 15°C-30°C. Do not Freeze.
Warnings
Should be given with caution in Haemorrhagic disorders, anticoagulant treatment & arthmetic patients. Hepatic function should be monitered in patients with hepatic impairment.
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