TG Chek 160mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
70.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Increased triglycerides Increased cholesterol

COMPOSITION:
Fenofibrate (160mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

TG Chek 160mg Tablet 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

TG Chek 160mg Tablet 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

TG Chek 160mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

TG Chek 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of TG Chek 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of TG Chek 160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

TG Chek 160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of TG Chek 160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of TG Chek 160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Fenofibrate   160mg

Uses of TG Chek Tablet
TG Chek 160mg Tablet is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides and increased cholesterol.

How to use TG Chek Tablet
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. TG Chek 160mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How TG Chek Tablet works
TG Chek 160mg Tablet 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 TG Chek Tablet
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 Tg chek 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 Tg chek without consulting your doctor even if you feel better. Avoid alcohol consumption (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Tg chek the same as Lipitor?
Tg chek 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 Tg chek cause erectile dysfunction, weight gain or memory loss?
Tg chek 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 Tg chek?
Tg chek 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 Tg chek generic?
Yes, Tg chek is a generic drug sold under several pharmaceutical brand names (TriCor, Antara, Lofibra, Stanlip, Lipicard etc.).