Vascepa is a prescription medication used to reduce triglyceride levels in the blood. The recommended dosage of Vascepa depends on the patient's medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications they are taking.
According to Drugs.com [3], the recommended dosage of Vascepa is 4 grams daily, taken as two capsules twice a day with food. The capsules should be swallowed whole and not crushed, chewed, or dissolved. It is important to take Vascepa exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Medical News Today [2] explains that the dosage of Vascepa may be adjusted based on the patient's triglyceride levels. The doctor may increase the dosage to up to 8 grams daily if the patient's triglyceride levels remain high. However, doses above 4 grams daily have not been shown to provide additional benefits in clinical studies.
Drug Patent Watch [1] provides information on the different strengths of Vascepa capsules that are available on the market. As of the time of writing, there are 0.5-gram, 1-gram, and 2-gram capsules available. However, the recommended dosage of Vascepa is 4 grams daily, which is achieved by taking two 1-gram capsules twice a day.
It is important to note that Vascepa should only be taken under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Patients should inform their doctor of any other medications they are taking before starting Vascepa, as it may interact with certain drugs.
Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/VASCEPA
[2] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/drugs-vascepa-dosage
[3] https://www.drugs.com/dosage/vascepa.html