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Generic Name: Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters
 

Brand Name(s): Lovaza

Information updated: April 11, 2009

Lovaza is used to lower cholesterol.

 

Tags: Cholesterol, Ethyl Esters, Omega-3

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Joe Graedon is a pharmacologist. Teresa Graedon holds a doctorate in medical anthropology and is a nutrition expert. Their syndicated radio show can be heard on public radio.

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