Icosapent ethyl with statin therapy for reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in people with raised triglycerides
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2 Information about icosapent ethyl
Marketing authorisation indication
2.1 Icosapent ethyl (Vazkepa, Amarin Corporation) is indicated 'to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in adult statin-treated patients at high cardiovascular risk with elevated triglycerides (≥150 mg/dL [1.7mmol/l]) and established cardiovascular disease or diabetes, and at least one other cardiovascular risk factor'.
Dosage in the marketing authorisation
2.2 The dosage schedule is available in the summary of product characteristics.
Price
2.3 Icosapent ethyl costs £173 per pack of 120 capsules (including VAT; company submission). Costs may vary in different settings because of negotiated procurement discounts.
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