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Doses together to make up for a missed dose. And do not take extra doses to make up for missed doses. Doing so can increase your risk of side effects from Vascepa. (For additional information, see “Vascepa side effects” above.)To help make sure that you don’t miss a dose, try using a medication reminder. This can include setting an alarm or using a timer. You could also download a reminder app on your phone.Will I need to take this drug long term?Vascepa is meant to be taken as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that Vascepa is safe and effective for you, you’ll likely take it long term.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves prescription drugs such as Vascepa to treat certain conditions. These are the drug’s approved indications (uses).Vascepa for lowering very high triglyceride levelsVascepa is FDA-approved to lower blood triglyceride levels in adults with severe hypertriglyceridemia (very high triglyceride levels).* With this condition, your blood triglyceride level is 500 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or higher.Triglycerides are a type of fat that flows through your blood. High blood triglyceride levels can contribute to the narrowing and hardening of your arteries. This may not cause any symptoms. However, it can increase your risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attack or stroke.If you have very high triglyceride levels, your doctor will recommend following a diet that’s healthy for you. They may also recommend increasing exercise. You may need to make changes to your diet to help lower your triglyceride levels. This may include reducing your intake of saturated and trans fats, sugar, refined carbohydrates, and alcohol.If dietary changes and increased exercise don’t lower your triglyceride levels enough, your doctor may prescribe you Vascepa. This medication can help lower your triglycerides and reduce your risk of cardiovascular problems.To lower very high triglyceride levels, Vascepa is FDA-approved for use along with diet. Talk with your doctor about how to follow a diet that’s healthy for you during Vascepa treatment. To learn more, see the “Vascepa use with other treatments” section below. * Note: Very high triglyceride levels can also increase the risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). However, it isn’t known if Vascepa reduces the risk of pancreatitis in people with severe hypertriglyceridemia. Vascepa is not FDA-approved for this use. Effectiveness for lowering very high triglyceride levelsVascepa has been found effective for lowering very high triglyceride levels. To find out how the drug performed in clinical trials, see Vascepa’s prescribing information.The American Heart Association recommends omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) to lower high blood triglyceride levels. Vascepa is a type of EPA.Vascepa for lowering the risk of certain cardiovascular problemsVascepa is FDA-approved to lower the risk of certain cardiovascular problems in adults with high triglyceride levels and:cardiovascular disease, ordiabetes and two or more additional risk factors for cardiovascular disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or obesityTriglycerides are a type of fat that flows through your blood. High triglyceride levels in your blood can
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