Vascepa® Capsules for High Triglycerides

Vascepa® is a prescription omega-3 medicine used to lower very high triglycerides and to reduce certain cardiovascular risks when combined with a statin. This page explains how it works, who it’s for, and how to use it, with US delivery from Canada. If you pay cash, you can compare the Vascepa price without insurance before you add it to your cart.

What Vascepa Is and How It Works

This medicine contains icosapent ethyl, a purified ethyl ester of eicosapentaenoic acid. It is not a general fish oil supplement. Clinical and label data show that it helps reduce hepatic VLDL-TG production and enhances TG clearance. It may also influence platelet aggregation and inflammatory pathways. Its approved uses include lowering very high triglycerides and reducing certain cardiovascular events when used with a statin in select adults.

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing.

For people working to manage High Triglycerides, this treatment can be part of a broader plan that includes diet, activity, and other medicines when appropriate. You can review related options in our Cardiovascular section, and learn how weight, glucose, and insulin resistance intersect with lipid health in What Is Insulin Resistance.

Who It’s For

This treatment is indicated for adults with very high triglycerides. It is also approved, when used with a statin, to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in adults with established cardiovascular disease, or with diabetes plus additional risk factors, who have elevated triglycerides on stable statin therapy. People with known hypersensitivity to components, or with significant fish or shellfish allergies, should discuss risks before use. There is no icosapent ethyl generic approved in the U.S. at this time.

Patients with pancreatitis history due to uncontrolled triglycerides may be considered for therapy, guided by their clinician. Those with bleeding risks, including users of antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs, should weigh potential benefits and risks with a prescriber. For broader heart-health context, see our overview of Cardiovascular Disease.

Dosage and Usage

Follow your prescriber’s instructions and the official label. Adults typically take two capsules twice daily with food. Swallow capsules whole; do not open, crush, dissolve, or chew. If you also take a statin, keep that schedule consistent and tell your clinician about any new symptoms.

Take doses at the same times each day to support adherence. Consider pairing dosing with regular meals. If gastrointestinal upset occurs, taking the capsules with food often helps. Do not change your dose on your own. If you have a question about the schedule, consult your healthcare professional or review the label.

For lifestyle support, your care plan may include nutrition changes, weight management, and activity. Learn how medicines affecting weight can influence lipid measures in Wegovy Impact Cholesterol. Many patients use pill organizers and phone reminders to keep a steady routine with Vascepa capsules.

Strengths and Forms

This treatment is supplied as oral capsules in 0.5 gram and 1 gram strengths. Availability may vary by pharmacy and pack size. Your prescriber will specify the appropriate strength based on your needs and the label.

Packaging

Capsules are typically dispensed in child-resistant bottles. Check the bottle seal upon receipt and keep the cap tightly closed between uses.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is near time for the next dose. If it is close to the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume the usual schedule. Do not take extra capsules to make up for a missed dose. If you miss doses frequently, speak with your clinician about ways to improve adherence.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store capsules at room temperature as described on the label. Keep the bottle closed, protected from excessive heat, and away from moisture. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children and pets. If your pharmacy provides a desiccant in the bottle, do not ingest it.

When traveling, keep your medicine in the original labeled container. Place the bottle in your carry-on to avoid extreme temperatures. Carry a copy of your prescription to ease security checks. If you cross borders, allow extra time for screening and keep your clinician’s contact information available in case verification is needed.

Benefits

As part of a comprehensive plan, this therapy can lower very high triglycerides. In appropriate adults on statins, it can reduce the risk of certain cardiovascular events. Many patients prefer once-daily timing pairs, such as breakfast and dinner, which fits daily routines. Capsules can be easier to incorporate than liquid oils or multiple supplements. Because the active ingredient is highly purified, it avoids the variability found in many over-the-counter fish oils. Your prescriber will determine if it fits your goals and health history.

Side Effects and Safety

• Digestive changes: constipation, abdominal discomfort, or indigestion
• Musculoskeletal pain: joint or muscle aches may occur
• Peripheral edema: swelling in legs or hands in some patients
• Oropharyngeal discomfort: throat irritation in some users
• Gout flares: elevated uric acid can precipitate episodes

More serious risks can include atrial fibrillation or flutter, especially in patients with a history of these conditions, and increased bleeding risk, particularly if you use anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs. Hypersensitivity reactions can occur in people with fish or shellfish allergies. Seek urgent care for signs of severe reaction such as breathing difficulty, severe rash, or chest pain. This list is not complete. Always review the full prescribing information and consult your prescriber.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Tell your clinician about all medicines, vitamins, and supplements you take. Anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents can increase bleeding risk when combined with this treatment. Discuss any history of atrial fibrillation or flutter, bleeding disorders, or significant allergies. The active ingredient is not known for strong CYP-mediated interactions, but your clinician will review potential issues based on your regimen.

Avoid high-dose, non-standard oils unless your prescriber directs otherwise, as overlapping products can complicate lipid management and side-effect tracking. Alcohol intake can affect triglyceride levels; diet guidance from your clinician may help optimize outcomes.

What to Expect Over Time

With consistent use, triglycerides may trend downward based on diet, baseline values, and adherence. Your clinician may check fasting lipid panels periodically to assess response. If you are using a statin, cardiovascular risk reduction is evaluated over time, often alongside blood pressure, weight, and glucose measures. Report new symptoms, including palpitations or prolonged bruising. Keep refills aligned with follow-up appointments so your prescriber can review progress and adjust your comprehensive plan if needed.

Compare With Alternatives

Some patients use triglyceride-lowering therapy alongside or instead of other lipid medicines. Statins target LDL-C primarily and are standard for cardiovascular risk reduction. If your clinician recommends a statin, two options we carry are Pravastatin and Lovastatin. These are different classes with different roles. Your prescriber will decide which combination is appropriate for your profile and goals.

Pricing and Access

Many compare the Vascepa price when paying cash. Others look at icosapent ethyl cost compared with brand supplements. You can view current options, check supply, and see which pack sizes are available. We provide clear Canadian pricing with transparent checkout and US delivery from Canada. If you are looking for deals, visit our Promotions page for current offers. We use encrypted checkout to protect your information.

Costs vary by strength and quantity. Your final amount also depends on your prescriber’s directions and refill timing. If you use insurance for some medicines and pay cash for others, keep receipts for your records and talk with your plan about out-of-network claims where applicable.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by strength and manufacturer packaging. If a specific option is unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an alternative therapy aligned with your goals. You can also browse items made in Canada within our catalog. We do not provide restock dates, but you can check back to see current availability.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Good candidates are adults with very high triglycerides or eligible patients on statins who meet the labeled criteria for cardiovascular risk reduction. People with significant fish or shellfish allergy, recent serious bleeding, or uncontrolled arrhythmias should review risks carefully with a prescriber. Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should consult their clinician before starting any new treatment.

• Multi-month fills: fewer refills, steadier routine
• Set reminders: pair doses with meals
• One pharmacy: simpler refill coordination
• Lifestyle plan: nutrition and activity support
• Lab follow-up: track lipid response

If you seek savings, ask your prescriber about timing and pack sizes that fit your schedule. Some patients also search for a Vascepa coupon before checking out. Keep your clinician informed about any budgeting constraints so they can help prioritize refills and lab checks.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Primary goal: triglyceride lowering or event risk
• Dosing plan: with meals and other meds
• Side effects: what to watch for
• Bleeding risk: with my current therapy
• Follow-up labs: timing and targets
• Travel prep: documentation and packing tips

Authoritative Sources

See official information and full labeling here:

• FDA DailyMed – Vascepa
• Amarin – Product Information
• Health Canada – Drug Product Database

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Disclaimer: This page is informational and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow your prescriber’s directions and the official label.