Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g Capsule, Liquid Filled, 30-count
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 00904-7495-06 | Major | 1 capsule | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 24658-0350-12 | PURACAP | 120 capsules | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 42806-0552-12 | EPIC | 120 capsules | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| omega-3-acid ethyl esters 900 mg 60687-0846-65 | American | 50 capsules | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| omega-3-acid ethyl esters 900 mg 62135-0780-12 | Chartwell | 120 capsules | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 70756-0423-22 | Lifestar | 120 capsules | $0.173 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 900 mg 00254-3010-08 | Par | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 00615-8550-39 | NCS | 30 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 31722-0936-05 | Camber | 500 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 50090-5799-00 | A-S | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 50090-5800-02 | A-S | 1440 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 50090-6691-00 | A-S | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 50090-6692-00 | A-S | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 50090-6822-00 | A-S | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 51407-0763-12 | Golden | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 63629-1918-01 | Bryant | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| omega-3-acid ethyl esters 900 mg 64380-0761-02 | Strides | 50 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 65162-0034-06 | Amneal | 60 capsules | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Ester 900 mg 69452-0175-17 | Bionpharma | 60 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 70518-3040-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 180 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 71335-2024-01 | Bryant | 90 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 72162-1310-02 | Bryant | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 g 72865-0139-05 | XLCare | 500 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 72998-0850-12 | KD | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1 g 72998-0851-12 | KD | 120 capsules | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Lovaza 1 g 80725-0420-12 | Waylis | 120 capsules | — | AB | Discontinued | — |
| Omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1 gthis 60505-3170-03 | Apotex | 30 capsules | — | — | Discontinued | — |
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| Package NDC | Description | Per unit | Per pack | Marketing start | Status |
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| 60505-3170-03 You're viewing this | 30 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE (60505-3170-3) | — | — | 2014-09-30 | Discontinued by firm |
| 60505-3170-06 | 60 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE (60505-3170-6) | — | — | 2014-09-30 | Discontinued by firm |
| 60505-3170-07 | 120 CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED in 1 BOTTLE (60505-3170-7) | $0.1744 / ea | $20.92 | 2014-09-30 | Discontinued by firm |
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📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL
🚨 Boxed Warning ▾
These highlights do not include all the information needed to use omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP safely and effectively. See full prescribing information for omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP. NDC 60505-3170-7. Also see full prescribing information of all package inserts inside product kit.
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP are indicated as an adjunct to diet to reduce triglyceride (TG) levels in adult patients with severe (≥500 mg/dL) hypertriglyceridemia (HTG). Usage Considerations : Patients should be placed on an appropriate lipid-lowering diet before receiving omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP and should continue this diet during treatment with omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP. Laboratory studies should be done to ascertain that the lipid levels are consistently abnormal before instituting therapy with omega-3-acid ethyl esters.
Every attempt should be made to control serum lipids with appropriate diet, exercise, weight loss in obese patients, and control of any medical problems such as diabetes mellitus and hypothyroidism that are contributing to the lipid abnormalities. Medications known to exacerbate hypertriglyceridemia (such as beta blockers, thiazides, estrogens) should be discontinued or changed if possible prior to consideration of triglyceride-lowering drug therapy. Limitations of Use: Sections or subsections omitted from the full prescribing information are not listed.
The effect of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP on the risk for pancreatitis has not been determined. The effect of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP on cardiovascular mortality and morbidity has not been determined.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Assess triglyceride levels carefully before initiating therapy. Identify other causes (e.g., diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, medications) of high triglyceride levels and manage as appropriate [see Indications and Usage (1)]. Patients should be placed on an appropriate lipid-lowering diet before receiving omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, and should continue this diet during treatment with omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules.
In clinical studies, omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules were administered with meals. The daily dose of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules is 4 grams per day. The daily dose may be taken as a single 4-gram dose (4 capsules) or as two 2-gram doses (2 capsules given twice daily).
Patients should be advised to swallow omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules whole. Do not break open, crush, dissolve, or chew omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules.
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP are supplied as 1-gram transparent, soft gelatin capsules filled with light yellowish oil printed with white ink (Logo “APO900”).
⛔ Contraindications ▾
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reaction) to omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules or any of its components.
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5.1Monitoring: Laboratory Tests In patients with hepatic impairment, alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels should be monitored periodically during therapy with omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. In some patients, increases in ALT levels without a concurrent increase in AST levels were observed. In some patients, omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsule increases LDL-C levels.
LDL-C levels should be monitored periodically during therapy with omega-3-acid ethyl esters. Laboratory studies should be performed periodically to measure the patient’s TG levels during therapy with omega-3-acid ethyl esters.
5.2Fish Allergy Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules contain ethyl esters of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) obtained from the oil of several fish sources. It is not known whether patients with allergies to fish and/or shellfish, are at increased risk of an allergic reaction to omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules should be used with caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to fish and/or shellfish.
5.3Recurrent Atrial Fibrillation (AF) or Flutter In a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 663 subjects with symptomatic paroxysmal AF (n=542) or persistent AF (n=121), recurrent AF or flutter was observed in subjects randomized to omega-3-acid ethyl esters who received 8 grams/day for 7 days and 4 grams/day thereafter for 23 weeks at a higher rate relative to placebo. Subjects in this trial had median baseline triglycerides of 127 mg/dL, had no substantial structural heart disease, were taking no anti-arrhythmic therapy (rate control permitted), and were in normal sinus rhythm at baseline.
At 24 weeks, in the paroxysmal AF stratum, there were 129 (47%) first recurrent symptomatic AF or flutter events on placebo and 141 (53%) on omega-3-acid ethyl esters [primary endpoint, HR 1.19; 95% CI: 0.93, 1.35]. In the persistent AF stratum, there were 19 (35%) events on placebo and 34 (52%) events on omega-3-acid ethyl esters [HR 1.63; 95% CI: 0.91, 2.18]. For both strata combined, the HR was 1.25; 95% CI: 1.00, 1.40.
Although the clinical significance of these results is uncertain, there is a possible association between omega-3-acid ethyl esters and more frequent recurrences of symptomatic atrial fibrillation or flutter in patients with paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation, particularly within the first 2 to 3 months of initiating therapy. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules are not indicated for the treatment of AF or flutter.
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared with rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adverse reactions reported in at least 3% and at a greater rate than placebo for subjects treated with omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules based on pooled data across 23 clinical trials are listed in Table 1. Table 1.
Advers e Reactions Occurring at Incidence ≥3% and Greater than Placebo in Clinical Trials of omega-3- acid ethylesters capssules Adverse Reactions Omega-3-acid ethylesters capsules (N = 655) Placebo (N = 370) n % n % Eructation 29 4 5 1 Dyspepsia 22 3 6 2 Taste perversion 27 4 1 ≤1 Additional adverse reactions from clinical trials are listed below: Digestive System: Constipation, gastrointestinal disorder and vomiting. Metabolic and Nutritional Disorders: Increased ALT and increased AST. Skin: Pruritus and rash.
6.2Pos tmarketing Experience In addition to adverse reactions reported from clinical trials, the events described below have been identified during post-approval use of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. Because these events are reported voluntarily from a population of unknown size, it is not possible to reliably estimate their Trials included subjects with HTG and severe HTG. frequency or to always establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. The following events have been reported: anaphylactic reaction, hemorrhagic diathesis.
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Anticoagulants or Other Drugs Affecting Coagulation Some trials with omega-3-acids demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. The prolongation of bleeding time reported in these trials has not exceeded normal limits and did not produce clinically significant bleeding episodes. Clinical trials have not been done to thoroughly examine the effect of omega-3-acid ethyl esters and concomitant anticoagulants.
Patients receiving treatment with omega-3- acid ethyl esters and an anticoagulant or other drug affecting coagulation (e.g., anti-platelet agents) should be monitored periodically.
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8.1Pregnancy Pregnancy Category C: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. It is unknown whether omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit to the patient justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Animal Data: Omega-3-acid ethyl esters have been shown to have an embryocidal effect in pregnant rats when given in doses resulting in exposures 7 times the recommended human dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison. In female rats given oral gavage doses of 100, 600, and 2,000 mg/kg/day beginning 2 weeks prior to mating and continuing through gestation and lactation, no adverse effects were observed in the highdose group (5 times human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on body surface area comparison).
In pregnant rats given oral gavage doses of 1,000, 3,000, and 6,000 mg/kg/day from gestation day 6 through 15, no adverse effects were observed (14 times human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison). In pregnant rats given oral gavage doses of 100, 600, and 2,000 mg/kg/day from gestation day 14 through lactation day 21, no adverse effects were seen at 2,000 mg/kg/day (5 times the human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison).
However, decreased live births (20% reduction) and decreased survival to postnatal day 4 (40% reduction) were observed in a dose-ranging study using higher doses of 3,000 mg/kg/day (7 times the human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison). In pregnant rabbits given oral gavage doses of 375, 750, and 1,500 mg/kg/day from gestation day 7 through 19, no findings were observed in the fetuses in groups given 375 mg/kg/day (2 times human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison).
However, at higher doses, evidence of maternal toxicity was observed (4 times human systemic exposure following an oral dose of 4 grams/day based on a body surface area comparison).
8.3Nursing Mothers Studies with omega-3-acid ethyl esters have demonstrated excretion in human milk. The effect of this excretion on the infant of a nursing mother is unknown; caution should be exercised when omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules are administered to a nursing mother. An animal study in lactating rats given oral gavage C-ethyl EPA demonstrated that drug levels were 6 to 14 times higher in milk 14 than in plasma.
8.4Pediatric Use Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
8.5Geriatric Use A limited number of subjects older than 65 years were enrolled in the clinical trials of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. Safety and efficacy findings in subjects older than 60 years did not appear to differ from those of subjects younger than 60 years.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of omega-3-acid ethyl esters is not completely understood. Potential mechanisms of action include inhibition of acyl-CoA:1,2-diacylglycerol acyltransferase, increased mitochondrial and peroxisomal β-oxidation in the liver, decreased lipogenesis in the liver, and increased plasma lipoprotein lipase activity. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters may reduce the synthesis of triglycerides in the liver because EPA and DHA are poor substrates for the enzymes responsible for TG synthesis, and EPA and DHA inhibit esterification of other fatty acids.
12.3Pharmacokinetics In healthy volunteers and in subjects with hypertriglyceridemia, EPA and DHA were absorbed when administered as ethyl esters orally. Omega-3-acids administered as ethyl esters induced significant, dose-dependent increases in serum phospholipid EPA content, though increases in DHA content were less marked and not dose-dependent when administered as ethyl esters. Specific Populations: Age: Uptake of EPA and DHA into serum phospholipids in subjects treated with omega-3-acid ethyl esters was independent of age (<49 years versus ≥49 years).
Gender: Females tended to have more uptake of EPA into serum phospholipids than males. The clinical significance of this is unknown. Pediatric: Pharmacokinetics of omega-3-acid ethyl esters have not been studied.
Renal or Hepatic Impairment: Omega-3-acid ethyl esters has not been studied in patients with renal or hepatic impairment. Drug-Drug Interactions:Simvastatin: In a 14-day trial of 24 healthy adult subjects, daily coadministration of simvastatin 80 mg with omega-3-acid ethyl esters 4 grams did not affect the extent (AUC) or rate (C ) of exposure to simvastatin or the major active metabolite, beta-hydroxy simvastatin at steady state. Atorvastatin: In a 14-day trial of 50 healthy adult subjects, daily coadministration of atorvastatin 80 mg with omega-3-acid ethyl esters 4 grams did not affect AUC or C of exposure to atorvastatin, 2- hydroxyatorvastatin, or 4-hydroxyatorvastatin at steady state.
Rosuvastatin: In a 14-day trial of 48 healthy adult subjects, daily coadministration of rosuvastatin 40 mg with omega-3-acid ethyl esters 4 grams did not affect AUC or C of exposure to rosuvastatin at steady state. In vitro studies using human liver microsomes indicated that clinically significant cytochrome P450- mediated inhibition by EPA/DHA combinations are not expected in humans.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP are supplied as 1-gram transparent, oblong soft gelatin capsules with light yellowish oil printed with white ink (Logo “APO900”). They are supplied as follows: Bottles of 30s (NDC 60505-3170-3) Bottles of 60s (NDC 60505-3170-6) Bottles of 120s (NDC 60505-3170-7) Store in tight, light-resistant containers at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Protect from light.
Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.
📋 Description ▾
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP, a lipid-regulating agent, are supplied as a liquid-filled gel capsule for oral administration. Each 1-gram capsule of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP contains at least 900 mg of the ethyl esters of omega-3 fatty acids sourced from fish oils. These are predominantly a combination of ethyl esters of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA - approximately 465 mg) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA - approximately 375 mg).
The molecular formula of EPA ethyl ester is C H O , and the molecular weight of EPA ethyl ester is 330.51. The molecular formula of DHA ethyl ester is C H O , and the molecular weight of DHA ethyl ester is 356.55. Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, USP also contain the following inactive ingredients: 4 mg α- tocopherol (in a carrier of soybean oil), and gelatin, glycerin, purified water, and white ink (components of the capsule shell).
The capsule imprinting ink contains ammonium hydroxide, propylene glycol, shellac glaze, simethicone and titanium dioxide.
💬 Patient Medication Information ▾
Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information). Information for Patients: Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules should be used with caution in patients with known sensitivity or allergy to fish and/or shellfish [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Advise patients that use of lipid-regulating agents does not reduce the importance of adhering to diet [see Dosage and Administration (2)].
Advise patients not to alter omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules in any way and to ingest intact capsules only [see Dosage and Administration (2)]. Instruct patients to take omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules as prescribed. If a dose is missed, advise patients to take it as soon as they remember.
However, if they miss one day of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, they should not double the dose when they take it. APOTEX INC. Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters Capsules , USP 1 gram Manufactured by: Accucaps Industries Limited Windsor, Ontario Canada N9C 3R5 Manufactured for: Apotex Corp.
Weston, Florida USA 33326 Revision: 4 Revised: May 2014 Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Es ters (oh-may-ga-as -id-eth-il-es -ters ) Caps ules , USP Read this Patient Information before you start taking omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules, and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or your treatment.
What are omega-3-acid ethyl es ters capsules ? Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules are a prescription medicine used along with a low fat and low cholesterol diet to lower very high triglyceride (fat) levels in adults. It is not known if omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules change your risk of having inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis).
It is not known if omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules prevent you from having a heart attack or stroke. It is not known if omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules are safe and effective in children. Who s hould not take omega-3-acid ethyl es ters capsules ?
Do not take omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules if you are allergic to omega-3-acid ethyl esters or any of the ingredients in omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. What s hould I tell my doctor before taking omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules ?
Before you take omega-3-acid ethylesters capsules , tell your doctor if you: have diabetes. have a low thyroid problem (hypothyroidism). have a liver problem. have a pancreas problem. have a certain heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation or flutter. are allergic to fish or shellfish. It is not known if people who are allergic to fish or shellfish are also allergic to omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules will harm your unborn baby. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters can pass into your breast milk. You and your doctor should decide if you will take omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules or breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicine, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules can interact with certain other medicines that you are taking. Using omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules with medicines that affect blood clotting (anticoagulants or blood thinners) may cause serious side effects. Know the medicines you take.
Keep a list of them to show your doctor and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. How s hould I take omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules ? Take omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules exactly as your doctor tells you to take it.
You should not take more than 4 capsules of omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules each day. Either take all 4 capsules at one time, or 2 capsules two times a day. Do not change your dose or stop omega-3-acid ethyl esters capsules without talking to your doctor.
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