Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's is used together with lifestyle changes (diet, weight loss, exercise) to lower the high cholesterol or increased cholesterol levels and triglycerides in the blood. High cholesterol is a condition in which you have high levels of lipids (fats) in your blood. It is also called hyperlipidemia or hypercholesterolemia.

Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's contains Icosapent Ethyl, which works by decreasing the amount of triglycerides and other fats made in the liver. Reduced cholesterol lowers the chance of a heart attack, stroke, or other heart issues that need to be hospitalized in some patients with high triglyceride levels, heart disease, or diabetes who also have two or more additional heart disease risk factors.

Take Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience side effects like musculoskeletal pain, peripheral oedema, constipation, gout, atrial fibrillation, arthralgia (pain in a joint), and oropharyngeal (middle part of the throat) pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor. Your doctor will suggest how often you need to take Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's based on your medical condition.

Avoid taking Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's if you are allergic to Icosapent Ethyl or any other component in this medicine. It is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or for children and young adults under 18. If you become pregnant while taking Icosapent Ethyl, immediately consult your doctor. Inform your doctor about your medical condition and medications you take before taking Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's to rule out any possible side effects or interactions. Consuming alcohol while using Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's is not advisable.

Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's contains Icosapent Ethyl, which belongs to a class of medications called antilipemic or lipid-regulating agents. It is used together with lifestyle changes (diet, weight loss, exercise) to lower the high cholesterol or increased cholesterol levels and triglycerides in the blood. It works by decreasing the amount of triglycerides and other fats made in the liver. Lowering cholesterol levels helps prevent the risk of a heart attack, a stroke, or other heart problems that require hospitalization in certain adults with high triglyceride levels and heart disease or diabetes with two or more other heart disease risk factors.

• Palpitations
• Burping
• Constipation
• Gout (painful swelling in the joints because of a build-up of uric acid)
• Bruising (particularly if taking anti-clotting medicine)
• Musculoskeletal pain (pain in muscles, bones, and joints)
• Swelling in the legs and feet
• Skin reactions/rash
• Peripheral edema
• Atrial fibrillation
• Arthralgia (pain in a joint)
• Oropharyngeal (middle part of throat) pain

Before taking Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions (especially liver or kidney impairment, atrial fibrillation, muscle problems and bleeding disorders), sensitivities or allergic conditions, and all medications you are using. Avoid drinking alcohol while on this medication, as it can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage. It is not advised during pregnancy or nursing or for children or young adults under the age of 18. Consult your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking Icosapent Ethyl.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's may interact with Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Agents (e.g. apixaban, dabigatran, warfarin).

Food-Drug Interactions: Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's may interact with Alcoholic beverages.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Patients with Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter, fish allergy, and bleeding disorders should be closely monitored while having treatment with Icos 0.5 gm Capsule 4's.

• APIXABAN
• WARFARIN
• DABIGATRAN

• Try aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation to help relax your body and mind.
• Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
• Eat a healthy diet, especially rich in soluble fibre like beans, legumes, whole grains, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.
• Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol quickly; avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
• Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, and low in red meat and most dairy.
• Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meals as these contain antioxidants which help to lower LDL
• Minimize the intake of added sugar. The American Heart Association (ADA) recommends one should not eat more than 100 calories (25 grams) of added sugar for women and children and no more than 150 calories (37.5 grams) for men every day.
• American Heart Association recommends that sodium chloride (table salt) should not exceed more than 2,300 mg per day as part of a healthy eating pattern.
• As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking.

High cholesterol: Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Our body also receives cholesterol from food, like cooking oils, eggs, meats, and dairy products. Excess cholesterol is bad for our health. There are two types of cholesterol: ' bad cholesterol' and 'good cholesterol'. Bad cholesterol comprises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG), while good cholesterol consists of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Usually, there are no specific symptoms of raised or high cholesterol levels but a large deposition of cholesterol in the arteries (plaque) or heart blockage. Blocked artery or plaque formation in the heart's arteries can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attack, or stroke. So, it is advisable to have complete cholesterol tests (lipid profile tests) at least once a year. It will help you closely monitor your heart health and risk of heart attack and stroke.