Pros & Cons
Icosapent Ethyl (Vascepa) Pros and Cons
- Icosapent ethyl is a prescription medication and can effectively lower elevated TG levels.
- By controlling triglycerides, this medication can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke.
- It is available as a lower cost generic.
- You need to take icosapent ethyl twice a day with food.
- This drug can increase the risk of bleeding.
- It may cause an allergic reaction in people who are allergic to fish or shellfish.
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