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How to Take Gemfibrozil and it's Dose


This medication is available in the form of tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day, on an empty stomach. (Take ½ hr before meals.)

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 600 mg, twice daily before meals.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, gallstones, newborns, children, pregnancy and lactation.

Drug Name : Gemfibrozil

This medication is an antihyperlipidemic 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.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Gemfibrozil

India :


International :


Gempar Cap, Lipizyl Cap, Lopid Cap, Lopid Film-Coated Tab, Losterol Cap, Normolip Cap, Triglyd Cap
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