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Lipireg 160mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

FENOFIBRATE-160MG

Uses:

Hyperlipidemia or High cholesterol 

Medicinal Benefits:

Lipireg 160mg 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. Lipireg 160mg Tablet is also used with statins to lower raised cholesterol. Besides this, Lipireg 160mg Tablet also helps in the treatment of raised cholesterol in diabetes and high blood pressure patients as well.

FAQs

Lipireg 160mg 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, Lipireg 160mg Tablet decreases harmful cholesterol like LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides (TG) and increases levels of HDL (good cholesterol).

You should not take Lipireg 160mg Tablet if you are allergic to fibric acid derivative or Lipireg 160mg 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, Lipireg 160mg Tablet does not reduce the risk of having heart problems in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Long-term complications of Lipireg 160mg 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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