Fenofibrate Tablets
Utilized to manage hypercholesterolaemia, intended to support lipid level reduction.
Strengths: 160 · 200mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Lipantil; Supralip
- Therapeutic class
Fibrate
- Pharmacological class
Peroxisome Proliferator-activated Receptor Alpha Agonist
- Minor side effects
nausea; abdominal pain; constipation; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
elevated liver enzymes; flatulence; skin rash
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Mylan
- Onset Time
2–4 weeks
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, away from moisture and direct heat.
- Drug interactions
warfarin; statins; ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
Adults only
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Avoid during treatment.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to fenofibrate; severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment; gallbladder disease; history of photodermatotoxicity
Precautions and warnings
monitor liver function tests; monitor renal function; report unexplained muscle pain; use with caution in elderly patients
Serious side effects
rhabdomyolysis — requires immediate medical attention; pancreatitis — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to manage hypercholesterolaemia, intended to support lipid level reduction.
Mechanism of action
Fenofibrate is a fibrate derivative that stimulates the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha. This action enhances the metabolism of triglycerides and cholesterol, helping to regulate lipid profiles and lower low-density lipoprotein levels in the blood.
Fenofibrate Tablets
Utilized to manage hypercholesterolaemia, intended to support lipid level reduction.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Fenofibrate
- Listed indication(s): Hypercholesterolaemia, Hypertriglyceridaemia
Usually available as
- 90 tablets - 160 mg1384-160-mg-16606
- 60 tablets - 200 mg1384-200-mg-16611