Gemfibrozil

Therapeutic Group

Lipid Modifying Agents

Indication 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.

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