Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters

( Lovaza )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jan 26, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Lovaza

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Antilipemic or lipid-lowering agents

Forms:

Liquid-filled gel capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Hypertriglyceridemia (elevated triglyceride levels)

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Lovaza) Drug Class

Omega-3 fatty acids (oh-may-gah 3 fah-tee ah-sids) are antilipemic or lipid-lowering agents.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Lovaza) Age Range

Omega-3 fatty acids are approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients have not been established.