Omacor Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters 1000mg Capsules - 100 Capsules

Omacor contains omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1000mg per soft capsule for the licensed indications stated in its PIL, with 100 capsules sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK) only after pharmacist approval.

Key facts

Who it is for

• Adults for whom the pharmacist confirms that Omacor is clinically appropriate for a licensed indication.

Not suitable for: Do not use without pharmacist approval. The consultation assesses fish or soya allergy, pregnancy, liver health, recent surgery and anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines.

How to use

1. Complete the pharmacist consultation and read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL).
2. Take only the regimen confirmed by the pharmacist and stated on the dispensing label.
3. Take capsules with food if instructed in the PIL.
4. Do not stop or replace prescribed cardiovascular medicines without clinical advice.

Frequently asked questions

What does each capsule contain?

Each capsule contains omega-3-acid ethyl esters 1000mg, with approximately 460mg EPA and 380mg DHA.

How many capsules are included?

The bottle contains 100 soft capsules.

Is Omacor a food supplement?

No. Omacor is a licensed pharmacy medicine.

Is pharmacist approval required?

Yes. Supply follows a pharmacist consultation and suitability check.

Safety and storage

• Use only for the person and regimen approved after consultation.
• Tell the pharmacist about anticoagulant and antiplatelet medicines and fish or soya allergy.
• Keep in the original packaging and out of the sight and reach of children.
• Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.

This page provides factual information about a pharmacy medicine and is not an advertisement to the public. Supply requires pharmacist approval.