Fenofibrate

Fenofibrate, is a very beneficial medicine that can help to reduce ‘bad’ cholesterol and fats such as LDL and triglycerides. An accumulation of such fats can cause the thickening of arteries known as atherosclerosis. It helps to increase the number of enzymes in the body that helps to break down excess fats that have been deposited over time.

You shouldn’t take this medicine if you suffer from liver, gall bladder or kidney disease. If you’re allergic to it or are breastfeeding, it must not be prescribed. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes or a thyroid disorder.

It is important to take this medication exactly as it has been prescribed by your doctor. The time at which you have to take it varies from brand to brand. Some should be taken with your food and some without food.

It is to be taken in combination with a regulated diet, exercise and lifestyle. If you take cholestyramine, colesevelam, or colestipol, take it either 4-5 hours before you take this medication or 1 hour after this medicine.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Increased Cholesterol Levels In Blood

• Increased Triglycerides Levels In Blood

• Hyperlipidemia

• Cardiovascular Disease

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Musculoskeletal Bone

• Muscle Or Joint Pain

• Allergic Reaction

• Headache

• Nausea

• Dyspepsia

• Nasopharyngitis

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Increased Creatine Phosphokinase (Cpk) Level In Blood

• Diarrhoea

• Flatulence

• Constipation

• Joint Swelling

• Increased Glucose Level In Blood

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taking alcohol with this medication increases the chances of liver dysfunction.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It may cause dizziness. Exercise caution if you have to drive or operate a machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Avoid use in patients with mild or moderate renal impairment.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Not advisable in patients with liver disease.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication is initiated within 60 to 90 minutes after its administration.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The medicine will remain active for about 30 hours.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Fenofibrate as ingredient

• Feno-Tg Tablet

  Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Zyrova F Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Storfib 145 Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Arvast-Cf 10 Capsule Dr

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pleostin F 10 Mg/160 Mg Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lipicard 200Mg Capsule

  USV Ltd

• Tonact-Tg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Rozavel F 5 Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Rosufit-F 10/160 Tablet

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Lipirose-F 10 Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as a fibrate. It is mainly used for treating cholesterol levels for people at risk of developing cardiovascular disease. It works by stimulating lipoprotein lipase and decreasing the formation of apoprotein C-III which in turn leads to a reduction of low-density cholesterol and very low-density cholesterol, triglyceride levels and an increase in high-density lipoprotein.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with Oral anticoagulants, Ciclosporin, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, and Cytochrome P450 enzymes.

• Ques : What is Fenofibrate?

  Ans : This medication is a very beneficial medicine that can help to reduce ‘bad’ cholesterol and fats such as LDL and triglycerides.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Fenofibrate before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Fenofibrate?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Fenofibrate empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Fenofibrate?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Fenofibrate- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 12 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/fenofibrate

• Fenofibrate- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 12 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01039

• Fenofibrate 160mg Tablets- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2016 [Cited 12 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5267/smpc