Lovaza (omega-3-acid ethyl esters)

LOVAZA (omega-3-acid ethyl esters) – a combination of ethyl esters of omega 3 fatty acids, principally EPA and DHA commonly used to elevated triglyceride (TG) levels. The mechanism of action of Lovaza is not completely understood. Potential mechanisms of action include inhibition of acyl-CoA:1,2-diacylglycerol acyltransferase, increased mitochondrial and peroxisomal beta-oxidation in the liver, decreased lipogenesis […]