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Lopid 300 mg Capsule

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Product Details:

SKU: PC-757
Product Description: Lopid 300 mg Capsule is manufactured by Pfizer Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy

Uses

Gemfibrozil is generally used in treatment of high cholesterol and high triglycerides

Side Effects

How to use

Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Gemfibrozil, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Gemfibrozil is to be taken empty stomach.

How it works

Gemfibrozil is a lipid-lowering drug. It makes the condition better by lowering the levels of triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Faqs

Q. Is Gemfibrozil a fibrate/ statin/blood thinner/ narcotic/fenofibrate/ beta blocker?
Gemfibrozil is a fibrate and not a statin/ blood thinner/ narcotic/ fenofibrate/ beta blocker. Patients should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use

Q. Is Gemfibrozil safe?
Gemfibrozil is safe at the prescribed dose and duration as advised by the doctor

Q. Is Gemfibrozil the same as fenofibrate?
Gemfibrozil and fenofibrate belong to the same category of medicines called fibrates and are used for lowering the level of triglycerides (type of fat) in the blood

Q. Can you take Gemfibrozil with simvastatin/Lipitor/niacin?
Patients are advised not to take Gemfibrozil with simvastatin/Lipitor (atorvastatin). Gemfibrozil along with niacin can be used in patients with very high fat

Q. Does Gemfibrozil cause weight loss/ weight gain/raise blood sugar/ constipation/ hair loss/ diarrhea/ gallstones/ erectile dysfunction?
Gemfibrozil causing diarrhea, constipation is common. Other side effects such as weight loss/ weight gain/ raise blood sugar/ hair loss/gallstones/ erectile dysfunction are very rare or uncommon. However, consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.

Expert advice for Lopid 300 mg Capsule

  • Gemfibrozil is the medication of choice for lowering triglyceride levels in the blood. It can reduce triglycerides by up to 50%.It decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.It should be taken with food.Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine.Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.Do not discontinue Gemfibrozil without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.Inform your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms such as pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness while taking Gemfibrozil, particularly if it is accompanied by a fever.Â
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