Vescap 1gm
Rx- Generic:
- Icosapent Ethyl
- Company:
- Ziska Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Box (28 Capsule)
৳ 50/unit
Pack: ৳ 1,400
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Icosapent Ethyl — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Indications
Icosapent Ethyl capsule is indicated as an adjunct to maximally tolerated statin therapy to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, coronary revascularization, and unstable angina requiring hospitalization in adult patients with elevated triglyceride (TG) levels (≥150 mg/dL) and • • Established cardiovascular disease or • Diabetes mellitus and 2 or more additional risk factors for cardiovascular disease. As an adjunct to diet to reduce TG levels in adult patients with severe (≥500 mg/dL) hypertriglyceridemia. Limitations of use: The effect of Icosapent ethyl on the risk for pancreatitis in patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia has not been determined.
Dosage
Usually 2 g twice daily (4 g/day total) with food.
Side effects
Common adverse reactions in the cardiovascular outcomes trial: Musculoskeletal pain, peripheral edema, constipation, gout, and atrial fibrillation. Common adverse reactions in the hypertriglyceridemia trials: arthralgia and oropharyngeal pain.
Precautions & warnings
Atrial fibrillation/flutter: Icosapent ethyl was associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter requiring hospitalization in a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. The incidence of atrial fibrillation was greater in patients with a previous history of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Potential for allergic reactions in patients with fish allergy: Icosapent ethyl contains ethyl esters of the omega-3 fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), obtained from the oil of fish. It is not known whether patients with allergies to fish and/or shellfish are at increased risk of an allergic reaction to Icosapent ethyl. If patients have known hypersensitivity to fish and/or shellfish about the potential for allergic reactions then they should discontinue Icosapent ethyl and seek medical attention. Bleeding: Icosapent ethyl was associated with an increased risk of bleeding in a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. The incidence of bleeding was greater in patients receiving concomitant antithrombotic medications, such as aspirin, clopidogrel, or warfarin.