Lofibra (Fenofibrate) and/or alternatives
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General Information On Lofibra
Lofibra is used for decreasing bad cholesterol and triglycerides and raising HDL or good cholesterol levels in the body. The generic name of the drug is Fenofibrate and it works by boosting the production of an enzyme in the body, which is responsible for breaking down fat in the blood. Lower cholesterol also reduces the risks of heart attacks, strokes, and pancreatitis. Apart from Lofibra, your doctor will also advise you to eat a low fat and low cholesterol diet and make some changes in your daily life like avoiding alcohol and smoking and encouraging healthy practices like exercising. You can buy Lofibra in the form of oral capsules that you have to take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects for Lofibra
Some of the mild side effects of Lofibra include indigestion, joint pain, gas or bloating, and rashes. Sometimes, you may also have severe stomach pain, unusual weakness, fever, nausea, and vomiting, during which you may need to seek medical help. The drug can also give rise to a rare condition that affects the muscles- rhabdomyolysis. For that, you need to watch out for symptoms like muscle tenderness, pain, and weakness, especially if you are also having flu like symptoms or fever. In the long run, Lofibra may also lead to liver problems and gallstones, so you should immediately contact your doctor if you notice dark urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin, persistent nausea or vomiting, or severe stomach or abdominal pain.
Precautions
Your doctor will not recommend you to buy Lofibra if you have cirrhosis or hepatitis of the liver, gallbladder disease, or severe kidney disease. You should also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid gland. In such situations, your doctor may need to take special tests and make dosage adjustments. Fenofibrate is not recommended to nursing mothers, as the drug may pass through breast milk and harm the newborn baby. If you are pregnant, you should take this medicine only if it is extremely necessary, because its safety during pregnancy has not yet been established. Avoid taking alcoholic beverages during Lofibra treatment, as alcohol has the ability to increase your triglyceride levels and cause damage to your liver.
Lofibra Dosage
The capsules are available in Lofibra 54mg, Lofibra 67mg, Lofibra 100mg, Lofibra 134mg, Lofibra 160mg, and Lofibra 200mg strengths. The dosage recommended to you depends on your medical condition and response to the treatment. Take the capsule with a glass full of water without breaking, chewing, or crushing it. Try to take the capsule with meals so that the body can absorb it better. Remember that Lofibra is only a part of a complete treatment program which also includes diet, weight control, and exercise.
Interactions
You will not be advised to take Lofibra if you are already taking blood thinners like warfarin, cyclosporine like Neoral and Gengraf, and other medicines used for lowering cholesterol levels, like fluvastatin, cerivastatin, atorvastatin, and lovastatin.
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