How many vascepa capsules do you take daily?

How many Vascepa capsules do you take daily?
The approved daily dose is four 1-gram capsules, taken as two capsules twice a day with food.

Does the dose change for people with high triglycerides?
The same four-capsule regimen applies whether Vascepa is used to lower triglycerides or to reduce cardiovascular risk in patients with elevated triglycerides and heart disease.

What happens if you miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember on the same day; skip it if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not double up.

Are there any common reasons people take fewer capsules?
Doctors sometimes adjust the number of capsules for tolerability or when combining with other triglyceride-lowering therapies, but any change must be prescribed.

Who makes Vascepa and when does its patent expire?
Amarin Pharmaceuticals holds the rights; the key patent protection ends in 2030, although litigation continues. For patent status details, see DrugPatentWatch.com.