Gimaco Mini Soft Capsule 2g (Omega-3 Ethyl Ester 90)

Adult dose

This medication must be preceded by appropriate lipid-lowering dietary therapy, which should continue throughout the treatment period. To avoid gastrointestinal discomfort, it should be taken with meals. For treatment of hypertriglyceridemia, the initial dose is 2g per day, and if necessary, it may be increased to a maximum of 4g per day. Administer once or twice a day.

This medication should not be used by individuals who have allergic reactions to its components or by children under 18 years of age. Patients who have suffered from severe trauma or surgery with a high risk of bleeding, those with poor liver function, and individuals allergic to fish should use this medication cautiously. Various side effects such as indigestion, skin rash, headache, dizziness, and joint pain may occur during the course of taking this medication; therefore, if any abnormal symptoms arise, one should consult medical personnel immediately. Particularly, there is a potential risk of developing atrial fibrillation, thus individuals with heart disease or risk factors should exercise caution, and discontinuation of this medication is advised if atrial fibrillation occurs. This medication may affect blood coagulation; therefore, patients taking anticoagulants should frequently check their coagulation values to minimize the risk of bleeding. During pregnancy, its effects on the fetus are unclear, and it should only be used when absolutely necessary; nursing mothers should also take care when using this medication. This medication is not recommended for children as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients over 65 years of age may have a similar safety profile as general adults, but caution is required depending on individual health status. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote available; treatment should be symptomatic. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers. Before using, it is important to check blood triglyceride levels, and dietary therapy and exercise should be concurrently undertaken. Regular blood tests should continue during treatment to monitor lipid levels and liver function, and if no therapeutic effect is observed, discontinuation of the medication may be necessary. This medication is used for patients with hypertriglyceridemia and experiences with specific lipid-modifying agents are limited, therefore consultation with a specialist is necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling of the skin, pain of the oral/eye mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by coughing+fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes, profound lethargy, sudden and extremely severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Low back pain
• cold symptoms
• infections
• pain
• angina
• indigestion
• belching
• rash
• taste disturbance
• abdominal distension

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture ingress. Additionally, it should be stored at cool temperatures below 25 degrees Celsius, taking care not to freeze.

Appearance

Transparent round soft capsules filled with a light yellow oily substance, packed in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

30 sachets/box