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Tag: Omega 3 fatty acid

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What is Icosapent ethyl 1000 mg used for?

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Clinical data from trials like REDUCE-IT show that icosapent ethyl significantly lowers cardiovascular event risk in certain patient populations. This prescription medication, often administered in 1000 mg capsules, is a primary therapy for addressing severe hypertriglyceridemia.

What is the IPE pill? Understanding Icosapent Ethyl for Heart Health

5 min read
Research from the landmark REDUCE-IT trial demonstrated that icosapent ethyl can significantly reduce major cardiovascular events in certain high-risk patients. The **IPE pill**, known by its generic name icosapent ethyl, is a highly purified form of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) used to lower high triglyceride levels and decrease the risk of serious heart problems.