Is Omega-3 For You
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The commonest cause of coronary artery blockage is the creation of a blood clot or thrombus. Below is a discussion that you should have with your doctor.
Are you concerned about your triglyceride levels and heart health? Your doctor may have recommended lifestyle changes, such as a low-fat diet and an exercise routine, in addition to possible prescription medication such as OMACOR® (omega-3-acid ethyl esters). Making changes can be hard, but speaking with your doctor, and getting the answers you need, shouldn’t be.
In fact, having a good, trusting relationship with your healthcare provider is important and is achievable.
Let the guide below help you. Print this Doctor Discussion Guide for easy access and for recording your doctor's responses. Add your own questions as well. With confidence, commitment and your doctor’s assistance, you can make real lifestyle changes.
What Is My Current Cholesterol Profile?
- What is my HDL ("good") cholesterol level?
- What is my LDL ("bad") cholesterol level?
- What is my triglyceride level?
- What is my total cholesterol score?
- What does my total cholesterol score mean about my health?
What Are My Cholesterol Goals?
- What should my total cholesterol number (score or goal) be?
- What HDL and LDL numbers should I work toward?
- What should my triglyceride goal be?
- How often do I need to get my cholesterol levels checked?
What is my Diet Strategy?
- What should my target weight be?
- Please be specific and lay out a dietary plan for me.
- How many fruits should I eat per day?
- How many vegetables should I eat per day?
- Because I may be trying to lower my cholesterol, should I be concerned about my carbohydrate intake? How do you best recommend that I watch my carbohydrate intake, if that is recommended?
- Based on my medical history, should I be concerned with sodium?
- What are your recommendations for eating less high-fat foods?
- Would you mind reviewing this Diet Log with me and helping to personalize it so I am following your approved diet strategy?
- Should I see a nutritionist and if so, can you provide a referral?
What is my Exercise Strategy?
- Based on my medical history, what type of exercise is approved for me?
- How often per week should I exercise?
- For how long per session should I exercise?
- Would you mind reviewing this Exercise Log with me and helping to personalize it so I am following your approved exercise strategy?
- Do you recommend a personal trainer; if so, could you provide a referral?
Is OMACOR Right For Me?
- Am I good candidate for taking OMACOR?
- If you decide OMACOR is right for me, would there be any reactions with other medications, vitamins or supplements I am already taking? Please provide your doctor with a list to confirm what you are taking and/or review his or her list from your medical records carefully.
- For how long will I need to take OMACOR?
- How often and at what time of day do I need to take OMACOR?
- What should I do if I miss a dose of OMACOR?
- What possible side effects of OMACOR should I be aware of? What should I do if I experience any of them?
- Are there any foods or beverages I should avoid if I take OMACOR?
- Should I take OMACOR on a full or empty stomach?
- Where should I store OMACOR – in a cupboard, medicine cabinet or refrigerator?
- How often will I need to refill my prescription of OMACOR?
More information can be found at: http://www.omacorrx.com/
