Why is PreCardix a premium supplement for blood pressure health?

PreCardix® is a safe and effective supplement for cardiovascular health. PreCardix® contains unique bioactive marine peptides that have been studied in peer-reviewed clinical trials for its effect on blood pressure health. The clinical documentation was prepared by a third party clinical research organization (CRO) in accordance with clinical research standards governed by ethics review committees and process in Europe and North America.

PreCardix® is the result of over a decade of research and multi-million dollar investment conducted in partnership between the University of Tromso Norway and the R&D Institute Norfima and Marealis Health Inc. PreCardix®’s unique refined shrimp peptide concentrate (Marealis RSPC) is derived from the proteins of fresh, cold water Arctic shrimps (Pandalus Borealis) through a controlled enzymatic hydrolysis process. Enzymatic hydrolysis breaks down larger protein chains into smaller, peptide chains. These peptide chains are further refined into Marealis RSPC through a proprietary process resulting in a clinically proven bioactive peptide with an ACE inhibiting action.

Is PreCardix® covered by my insurance?

PreCardix® is a safe and effective supplement cardiovascular health. Please check with your insurance provider to see if this is something they offer.

Do I need a prescription for PreCardix®? Is it an OTC (over the counter) product?

PreCardix® does not require a prescription.

PreCardix® is a safe and effective supplement for cardiovascular health.

Are there any patients who should avoid taking PreCardix®? (Contraindications).

PreCardix® is not appropriate for or during:

Pregnancy or while breast-feeding

Children under 18 years old

Individuals with a shellfish allergy

Patients who have a history of angioedema related to the use of ACEI medication

Patients with renal artery stenosis

Patients who are on medications or who have pre-existing health conditions should always consult with their health care provider before initiating PreCardix®. Never stop or change your medication without consulting with your health care provider. PreCardix® is not a substitute for medication.

What are the potential side effects of PreCardix®

PreCardix® does not have any known serious side effects. It has not been found to cause side effects sometimes associated with ACE inhibitor medication such as dry cough, itching, edema (swelling), high potassium levels, or hypotension (low blood pressure).

PreCardix® may cause moderate nausea and/or stomach discomfort. One case of mild euphoric mood, fatigue, upper abdominal pain, and headache occurred during the clinical trial.

Can you become hypotensive with PreCardix®?

Clinical research has not found any cases of hypotension when taking PreCardix®. There are also no documented cases of hypotension from our customers currently using PreCardix® either.

Why is my blood pressure rising after starting PreCardix®?

It’s important to consider various factors that may influence blood pressure readings, including time of day when you measure your blood pressure as blood pressure can fluctuate during the day. Factors that can affect blood pressure include caffeine and alcohol intake, smoking, exercise and stress levels.

To ensure accurate blood pressure readings, avoid smoking, caffeine, alcohol, and exercise 30 minutes before measurement. If feeling anxious or in pain, wait until those feelings have passed. Empty your bladder and sit comfortably in a supported chair with feet firmly planted on the ground.

Keep in mind that blood pressure is an average, and a single high reading is less significant than the overall average.

For the most accurate results, it is recommended to take two separate readings one minute apart, in the morning and evening. PreCardix® has been designed to be taken consistently for at least 8 weeks to achieve optimal results, and it should be continued to maintain those results.

Does PreCardix® increase potassium levels?

PreCardix® has not been found to increase potassium levels. In the clinical trial, serum potassium levels were measured at baseline and at 8 weeks in all study participants. There was no clinically significant difference between potassium levels at both baseline and at 8 weeks between the placebo and treatment group. However, considering PreCardix® bioactive marine peptides’ ACE-inhibiting action, caution should be taken when using PreCardix® with agents that increase serum potassium such as potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and potassium-containing salts. Individuals using any of these combinations should have serum potassium levels monitored frequently.

Share the PreCardix® product monograph with your health care provider who can advise you on drug interactions, contra-indications and other factors related to your health to help determine if PreCardix® is appropriate for you.

Can someone with a shellfish allergy take PreCardix®

PreCardix® should not be used in patients with known shellfish allergies. The active ACE-inhibiting peptides in PreCardix® are derived from the shells of arctic cold-water shrimp.

Can I take PreCardix® while Pregnant or breastfeeding?

PreCardix® has not been studied in pregnancy or breastfeeding and should be avoided throughout the entire gestational period due to the potential teratogen effects of ACE inhibitors. Women who are breastfeeding should not take PreCardix®.

Can children take PreCardix®?

Children under the age of 18 should not take PreCardix®.