Membrane fluidity modulator

Incorporation into membrane phospholipids alters bilayer fluidity
Changes the behavior of embedded receptors and ion channels

Drugs with this mechanism (2)

Icosapent ethyl — Purified EPA omega-3 that lowers triglycerides and cardiovascular events.
Omega-3 fatty acids — Mixed EPA/DHA lowers triglycerides but can raise LDL; OTC products are not equivalent.

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