Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) 1000 mg

CAPSULEORALAmarin Pharma Inc.NDC: 52937-005Updated: Mar 2026

Active Ingredient

⚠️ 1 ingredient flagged as common allergen

Gelatin

⚠️ Yes — Animal

Capsule Shell

Derived from animal collagen. Used in capsule shells. Not suitable for vegetarians/vegans or those with specific animal protein sensitivities.

Glycerin

Humectant/Solvent

Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water

Skin Conditioner

Maltitol

Sorbitol

Sweetener/Humectant

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

Ingredient	Purpose	Common Allergen?	Description
Gelatin	Capsule Shell	⚠️ Yes — Animal	Derived from animal collagen. Used in capsule shells. Not suitable for vegetarians/vegans or those with specific animal protein sensitivities.
Glycerin	Humectant/Solvent	No	A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture. Used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in many oral and topical medications. Generally well tolerated.
Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water	Skin Conditioner	No	Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin.
Maltitol	—	No	—
Sorbitol	Sweetener/Humectant	No	A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can cause gastrointestinal symptoms (bloating, diarrhea) in sensitive individuals or at high doses. Relevant for those following a low-FODMAP diet.
Tocopherol	Antioxidant	No	Natural vitamin E. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from oxidation and extend product shelf life.

This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.

2 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:

Ingredient

Purpose

Common Allergen?