Name: Fenacor FC (160 mg)
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

Fenacor FC (160 mg) 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.

Fenacor FC (160 mg) Tablet Taj Pharmaceuticals Ltd Generic : Fenofibric Acid	₹ 87.74 160mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Fenacor FC (160 mg) (Fenofibric Acid) from Taj Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Drug Name : Fenofibric Acid

Fenofibric Acid(AFF film-coated tab) generic Fenacor FC (160 mg) 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.
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Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Fenacor FC (160 mg) may be prescribed

Cholesterol

High Cholesterol

Obesity

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

PO- The recommended dose is 48-145 mg/day.

Side effects of Fenacor FC (160 mg)

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.

How to use Fenacor FC (160 mg)?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, once daily, with or without food.

When Should Fenacor FC (160 mg) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, liver or severe kidney dysfunction.

Warnings and Precautions for Fenacor FC (160 mg)

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.

Other Precautions for Fenacor FC (160 mg)

Consultation with your doctor needed in the following conditions:muscle pain, tenderness or weakness.

Storage Conditions for Fenacor FC (160 mg)

Store at 25°C. Store it in an airtight container and keep away from children.

♦ Safety Labeling Changes Approved By FDA

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