Brand name: Omacor ^TM

Active ingredients: omega-3-acid ethyl esters-90

What it is used for

Hypertriglyceridaemia: Endogenous hypertriglyceridaemia as a supplement to diet when dietary measures alone are insufficient to produce an adequate response. Treatment is indicated for the following types of dyslipidaemia (Fredrickson classification) only: -Type IV & V as monotherapy and with close monitoring of LDL-C levels. - Type IIb as add-on therapy to statins, when control of triglycerides with statins has been shown to be insufficient. Patients with higher baseline levels of triglycerides are more likely to exhibit a better response to Omacor. Omacor is not indicated in exogenous hypertriglyceridaemia (Type 1 hyperchylomicronaemia). There are insufficient data to support the use in patients with secondary endogenous hypertriglyceridaemia including patients with diabetes mellitus.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Do not Freeze
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.

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Visual appearance

Transparent, oblong (size 20) soft gelatin capsule, light yellow oil fill.

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Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient omega-3-acid ethyl esters-90

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.