What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
An overdose of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids is not expected to produce
life-threatening symptoms.
What should I avoid while taking omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Avoid eating foods that are high in fat or cholesterol. This medication will not be as
effective in lowering your triglycerides if you do not follow the diet plan recommended by your
doctor.
Avoid
drinking alcohol. It can increase triglycerides and may make your condition
worse.
What are the possible side effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these
serious side effects:
Less serious side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell
your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.
What other drugs will affect omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
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estrogens (birth control pills or hormone replacement);
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a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);
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a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin), carvedilol
(Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol), propranolol
(Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), timolol (Blocadren), and others; or
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a diuretic (water pill) such as chlorothiazide (Diuril),
hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, Microzide), chlorthalidone (Hygroton, Thalitone),
indapamide (Lozol), metolazone (Mykrox, Zaroxolyn), and others.
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact
with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and
over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and
drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your
doctor.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty
acids.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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