1 gram prescription only products:
4 grams orally daily; may be given as a single dose or 2 divided doses.
Comments:
Assess triglyceride levels carefully before starting therapy and identify other possible causes (e.g. diabetes, hypothyroidism, medications) and manage appropriately.
Patients should be on a lipid lowering diet prior to using this medication, and continue the diet during use of this medication.
Capsules should be swallowed whole; do not break, crush, chew or dissolve capsules.
In clinical trials, the medication was administered with meals.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Frequently asked questions
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