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Finate 160 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

FENOFIBRATE-160MG

Uses:

Hyperlipidemia or High cholesterol 

Medicinal Benefits:

Finate 160 Tablet contains 'fenofibrate', which is used along with a proper diet to help lower 'bad cholesterol' (LDL, TG -triglycerides) and raise 'good cholesterol' (HDL) in the blood. Finate 160 Tablet is also used with statins to lower raised cholesterol. Besides this, Finate 160 Tablet also helps in the treatment of raised cholesterol in diabetes and high blood pressure patients as well.

FAQs

Finate 160 Tablet contains 'fenofibrate', which works by increasing the natural substance that breaks down fats in the bloodstream, thereby increasing its utilization and removal. As a result, Finate 160 Tablet decreases harmful cholesterol like LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides (TG) and increases levels of HDL (good cholesterol).

You should not take Finate 160 Tablet if you are allergic to fibric acid derivative or Finate 160 Tablet , have a severe renal impairment (including dialysis patient), have active liver disease, gallbladder disease (gallstone) or are a nursing mother.

Increased liver enzymes (like liver function tests - LFTs), rhinitis, stuffy/runny nose, nausea, indigestion, headache and back pain are some common side effects that may occur in some cases.

No, Finate 160 Tablet does not reduce the risk of having heart problems in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Long-term complications of Finate 160 Tablet are muscle problems (like unexplained muscle pain) and liver problems (with increased liver enzymes). So, if you experience these symptoms, please consult a doctor.

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