Fenolip 200mg Capsule
Cipla Ltd

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In-stock 7 capsules in 1 strip
109.75

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Increased triglycerides Increased cholesterol

COMPOSITION:
Fenofibrate (200mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Fenolip 200mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Fenolip 200mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Fenolip 200mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Fenolip 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fenolip 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Fenolip 200mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Fenolip 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fenolip 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Fenolip 200mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Fenofibrate   200mg

Uses of Fenolip Capsule
Fenolip 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides and increased cholesterol.

How to use Fenolip Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fenolip 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Fenolip Capsule works
Fenolip 200mg Capsule is a lipid-lowering medication. It works by lowering the levels of triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Side Effects:

Common Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Vomiting, Flatulence, Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Fenolip Capsule
Medication of choice for lowering triglyceride levels in the blood. Can reduce triglycerides by up to 50%. Regular exercise and low-fat diet further help to lower levels of fat in the blood. Take Fenolip half an hour before meals. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine. Do not discontinue Fenolip without consulting your doctor even if you feel better. Avoid alcohol consumption (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Fenolip the same as Lipitor?
Fenolip is a drug belonging to a different class of drugs called “Fibrates”, whereas Lipitor (atorvastatin) belongs to the “Statin” class. Both the medicines act by different mechanisms

Q. Does Fenolip cause erectile dysfunction, weight gain or memory loss?
Fenolip may rarely cause sexual weakness in patients. It does not cause weight gain and memory loss. Consult your doctor before use

Q. Can I take fenofibrate with Lipitor, ibuprofen, niacin, Nyquil or crestor?
Taking fenofibrate with drugs from the statin class (e.g. Atorvastatin or Lipitor; rosuvastatin or crestor) may cause muscle breakdown. There is no significant drug interaction with ibuprofen, niacin or Nyquil. However, always consult your doctor before use

Q. What is Fenolip?
Fenolip belongs to a class of drugs called as fibrates or fibric acid derivatives. It is different from statins, blood thinners, diuretic and nitrate

Q. Is Fenolip generic?
Yes, Fenolip is a generic drug sold under several pharmaceutical brand names (TriCor, Antara, Lofibra, Stanlip, Lipicard etc.).