Gemfibrozil
Therapeutic Group
Lipid Modifying AgentsIndication Dosage
Prevention Of Coronary Heart Disease, Hyperlipoproteinaemia, Type Ila, Ilb, Iii, Iv, And V Hyperlipidaemia:
- Adults: 600 Mg Twice Daily, Max 1500 Mg Daily.
- Children: Not Recommended.
Content
- Cap 300mg /600mg: Gemfibrozil 300mg /600mg.
- Tab 600mg: Gemfibrozil 600mg.
Pregnancy
Contraindicated In Pregnancy.
Stability
- Fibric Acid
Contra Indications
- Hepatic Dysfunction, Gallstones, Alcoholism.
Precautions
- Hepatic Dysfunction, Gallstones, Alcoholism.
Lactation
- Not Recommended.
Side Effects
- Myositic Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Hypokalemia
- Gi Upset
- Skin Rashes
- Impotence
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Painful Extremities
- Myalgia
- Blurred Vision.