GEMFIBROZIL

Overview

GEMFIBROZIL is a Schedule H drug.
This medication is an anti hyperlipidemic agent, used to treat obesity, blockages in blood vessels by reducing the cholesterol level and triglyceride level in blood, for patients at risk of pancreatic disease. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, drinking less alcohol, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking.

Usage

GEMFIBROZIL is generally used to treat: Obesity

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

GEMFIBROZIL is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Before taking gemfibrozil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to other "fibrates" (such as fenofibrate) or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of liver disease (such as biliary cirrhosis), gallbladder disease, kidney disease, alcohol use.
  • Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
  • This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more details.
  • It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
  • The drug should be tried out for 3 months. If there is no difference in the serum lipid levels, it should be stopped.
  • It is taken twice daily, 30 minutes before morning and evening meals.

Symptoms of Overdosage

GEMFIBROZIL over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Loose Motion, Nausea, Vomit

Common Side-Effects

GEMFIBROZIL : Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Cough, Chills, Fever, Pain With Urination, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Heartburn, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Loose Motion

Technical Classification

GEMFIBROZIL is categorized as: FIBRIC ACID DERIVATIVES / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with GEMFIBROZIL as Ingredient

GEMPAR 300MG TABGEMFIBROZIL 300.0 MG
GEMPAR CAPGEMFIBROZIL 300 MG
LOPID 300MG CAPGEMFIBROZIL 300.0 MG
LOPID FC-TABGEMFIBROZIL 600 MG
REGULIPID TABGEMFIBROZIL
TRIGLYD 300MG CAPGEMFIBROZIL 300.0 MG
TRIGLYD 600MG TABGEMFIBROZIL 600.0 MG