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Information about Fenofibric Acid
Generic Name : Fenofibric AcidUp-to-date prescription details regarding Fenofibric Acid are provided here.
Pronunciation : FEN-oh-FYE-bric AS-id
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Fenofibric Acid, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y52.6 Therapeutic Classification : Antilipemics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Fenofibric Acid
India :
Fibator LS |
Atormac -TG |
Fenobate (67 mg) |
Thrombiflo (60 mg) |
Atchol F |
Lipicard FC (200 mg) |
Lipicard -AV |
Inovas -F |
Stator -F |
AFF
International :
AFF film-coated tab.
Why is Fenofibric Acid Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the production of cholesterol in the body.When should Fenofibric Acid not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, liver or severe kidney dysfunction.What is the dosage of Fenofibric Acid?
PO- The recommended dose is 48-145 mg/day.How should Fenofibric Acid be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, once daily, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Fenofibric Acid?
•Caution needed in patients with history of preexisting gallbladder disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Follow the diet, exercise and weight loss program given to you by your healthcare provider.
• Do not take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
• Monitor liver function test (LFT) before starting therapy and at 12 week after starting and periodically thereafter.
• Patient may develop with increased risk of muscular disease, kidney failure, kidney stones, gallbladder stones, and inflammation of pancreas. If it is so stop this medication.
What are the side effects of Fenofibric Acid?
Gastrointestinal- Inflammation of the lining of the stomach, abdominal pain, Constipation, flatulence, upset stomach, nausea and diarrhea.Central Nervous System- Difficulty in sleeping, lack of energy and headache.
♦ Musculoskeletal- Back pain, leg pain, joint pain, burning feet, and body ache, muscle pain, (rhabdomyolysis).
Respiratory- Breathing problem and runny nose.
♦ Miscellaneous- Abnormal liver function and numbness in legs and paradoxical decreases in HDL level.
