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What is ethyl icosapentate?

Pronunciation: /ˈɛθəl icosapentate*/

ethyl icosapentate

Definition

A highly purified omega-3 fatty acid that can decrease serum triglyceride levels. Ethyl icosapentate reduces serum triglycerides without an increase in LDL cholesterol, but increases the cholesterol and triglyceride content in skeletal muscle.