Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids

Omega-3 polyunsaturatedfatty acids处方药物被用来降低二氯代三甘醇ceride levels in the blood.

• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are available under various brand names: Animi-3, Animi-3 withVitamin D, BP Vit 3, Cardio Omega Benefits, Disney Omega-3 Gummies,Dry EyeOmega Benefits, Dual Spectrum Omega-3,EPAFish Oil, Fish Oil, Flex Omega Benefits, IcarPrenatalEssentialOmega-3,Lovaza, MarineLipidConcentrate, MaxEPA, MaxiTears Dry Eye Formula, MaxiVision Omega-3 Formula, MegaKrill, Mi-Omega, Mi-Omega NF, Mom's Omega Advantage, Nature's Bounty RedKrill Oil, Omacor, Omega Essentials, Omega Essentials Basic, Omega-3, Omega-3 D-3 Wellness Pack, Omega-500, Omera, Ovega-3 Vegetarian, PrenatalDHA, Proepa, Salmon Oil, Sea-Omega, Sea-Omega 30, Sea-Omega 70,Super-EPA, TheraTears Nutrition, TherOmega, TherOmega Sport, Triple Strength Red Krill Oil, Vascazen, Vayacog,Vayarin, Vayarin Plus, Wellbaby DHA

Common side effects of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids include:

• loss of appetite.
• diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach, andbelching.
• back pain; or
• dry mouth, alteredsenseof taste.

Serious side effects of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids include:

• hives.
• difficult breathing.
• swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• chest pain; or
• uneven heartbeats.

Rare side effects of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids include:

• none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision,tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheartedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Capsule

• Lovaza: 1g; 900 mg of ethyl esters; includingeicosapentaenoic acid(EPA ~465 mg) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA approximately 375 mg)
• Omtryg: 1.2 g; 900mg of ethyl esters; including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA ~465 mg) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA approximately 375 mg)
• Vascazen: 1g; 900 mg of ethyl esters; including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA ~680 mg) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA approximately110 mg)
• Hypertriglyceridemia (Lovaza, Omtryg)

Adult dosage

• Adjunct to diet in patients with triglycerides above 500 mg/dL
• Lovaza: 4 g (4 capsules) orally once a day or 2 g (2 capsules) orally two times a day
• Omtryg: 4.8 g (4 capsules) orally once a day or 2.4 g (2 capsules) orally two times a day
• Omega-3Fatty AcidDeficiency (Vascazen)

Adult dosage

• Prescription medical food specifically formulated to correct an omega-3 deficiency incardiovascularpatients
• Vascazen: 4 g/day orally once a day or divided two times in a day

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first

• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have severe interactions with no other drugs.
• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have serious interactions with no other drugs.
• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have moderate interactions with at least 25 other drugs.
• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have minor interactions with no other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your health care professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• allergic to Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids or soybeans

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids?”

Cautions

• Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
• Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
• You may need to follow a special diet while using omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Follow all instructions of your doctor or dietitian. Learn about the foods to eat or avoid to help control your condition.
• If you need surgery, tell yoursurgeonyou currently use this medicine. You may need to stop for a short time.
• Avoid eating foods high in fat orcholesterol, or omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids will not be as effective.
• Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase triglycerides and may make your condition worse.

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
• Available data from published case reports and pharmacovigilance databases on use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated risk for major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes

Lactation

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
• Published studies have detectedomega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA, in human milk
• Lactating women receiving oral omega-3 fatty acids for supplementation has resulted in higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in human milk
• There are no data available on the effects of omega- 3 fatty acid ethyl esters on the breastfed infant or on milk production
• Developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for therapy and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from drugs or from an underlying maternal condition