Amarin Aims Vascepa For The Sweet Spot Of Dyslipidemia
Executive Summary
FDA leaves door open to modify label of Amarin’s omega-3 fatty acid therapy Vascepa prior to approval in a healthier population, says company CEO. Per the current label, triglycerides are lowered significantly with no increase in LDL cholesterol, a potential differentiating point from Pronova/Glaxo’s blockbuster EPA/DHA therapy Lovaza.
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