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Composition :

GEMFIBROZIL-300MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Pfizer Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051
Other Info - LOP0007

FAQs

Yes, you may use Lopid Capsule with niacin if recommended by your doctor because Lopid Capsule along with niacin can be used in patients with very high fat.

Follow the diet suggested by your doctor. Lopid Capsule will not help lower your cholesterol if you do not follow a cholesterol-lowering diet plan. Avoid drinking alcohol. It may disturb your treatment.

Usually, it is not safe to take Lopid Capsule with fusidic acid as it may lead to muscle weakness, tenderness or pain. Please consult your doctor before taking Lopid Capsule along with fusidic acid.

You should not take Lopid Capsule if you have gallbladder disease, severe liver or kidney disease. If you are also taking repaglinide or simvastatin, then you should not take Lopid Capsule .

Lopid Capsule is used with caution in patients taking warfarin, adjustments in warfarin may be required, consult your doctor before taking Lopid Capsule along with warfarin.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol may interact with Lopid Capsule . Therefore, avoid the use of alcohol while taking this Lopid Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is not known whether Lopid Capsule will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this Lopid Capsule .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is unknown whether Lopid Capsule passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. It would be best if you did not breast-feed while taking Lopid Capsule .

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Driving

Caution

Although unlikely, you may feel dizzy or experience visual disturbances whilst taking this Lopid Capsule .

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Liver

Caution

Lopid Capsule to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Lopid Capsule to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease or is currently on the dialysis stage. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Lopid Capsule is not recommended for children.

About Lopid Capsule

Lopid Capsule belongs to a group of medications called 'fibric acid derivatives' or 'fibrates' primarily used to treat raised or increased levels of cholesterol or fat/oils. Hyperlipidaemia or hypertriglyceridemia is a condition in which there is a high level of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) or bad cholesterol and a decreased level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol. Increased bad cholesterol level leads to a high risk of heart attack and stroke in the future, especially for heart disease patients.

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

Take Lopid Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lopid Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience vomiting, abdominal pain, nausea, flatulence, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Lopid Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

It is important to have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (lipid profile) checked regularly. Before starting Lopid Capsule , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy, severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or gallbladder disease. Inform your doctor if you have ever had gallstones, cataracts (clouding in the eye lens that causes decreased vision) and heart disease. Inform your doctor if you have taken other cholesterol medicines with this Lopid Capsule . Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding.

Uses of Lopid Capsule

High cholesterol levels.

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Medicinal Benefits

Lopid Capsule belongs to a group of medication called 'fibric acid derivatives' or 'fibrates' primarily used to treat raised or increased levels of cholesterol or fat/oils. Lopid Capsule works by increasing the natural substance that breaks down fats in the bloodstream, thereby increasing its utilization and removal. As a result, Lopid Capsule decreases harmful cholesterol like LDL (bad cholesterol), triglycerides (TG), and increases levels of HDL (good cholesterol).

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Lopid Capsule

  • Vomiting
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Flatulence
  • Diarrhoea.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Lopid Capsule , tell your doctor if you are allergic to any fibrate products. Inform your doctor if you ever had rhabdomyolysis (high risk of muscle breakdown), thyroid disease, history of muscle pain and weakness. If you are above 70 years, then contact your doctor before taking this Lopid Capsule . Before starting Lopid Capsule , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy, severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, and gallbladder disease before starting $ name. Inform your doctor if you have ever had gallstones, cataracts (clouding in the eye's lens that causes decreased vision), diabetes, and heart disease. Inform your doctor if you have taken other cholesterol medicines with this Lopid Capsule . Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant and breastfeeding. The use of alcohol with Lopid Capsule increases liver damage, so its use should be avoided.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
When Selexipag is taken with Lopid Capsule, the amount of Selexipag in the blood can go up. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects like anemia, muscle and joint pain, or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selexipag with Lopid Capsule can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience muscle and joint pain, diarrhea, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, flushing, and decreased appetite, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
When Repaglinide is taken with Lopid Capsule, the level of Repaglinide in the blood can go up. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Repaglinide with Lopid Capsule can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
Co-administration of Lopid Capsule with Irinotecan can increase the risk or severity of side effects like dehydration, lung or breathing problems, or bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lopid Capsule and Irinotecan together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms like diarrhea, feeling weak, blood clots, lung problems, feeling sick, throwing up, stomach pain, mouth sores, shortness of breath, looking pale, feeling tired, dizziness, fatigue, fever or chills, a sore throat, muscle pain, bleeding, bruises, losing weight, pain or burning urination consult a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GemfibrozilCerivastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
C-administration of Lopid Capsule with Cerivastatin can develop or increase the risk of liver damage or rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lopid Capsule with Cerivastatin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on your health and contact your doctor right away if you notice any of these signs - liver problems, muscle damage, kidney problems, complications, pain, weakness, fever, dark urine, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, rash, itching, loss of appetite, tiredness, feeling sick, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
When Pioglitazone is taken with Lopid Capsule, the level of Pioglitazone in the blood can go up. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pioglitazone with Lopid Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience visual abnormalities, excessive or quick weight gain, swelling in the ankles or legs, trouble breathing, unusual fatigue, chest discomfort or tightness, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark coloured urine, light coloured stools, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, seek medical attention immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
Co-administration of Lopid Capsule and Rosuvastatin may increase the risk or severity of side effects like muscle injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lopid Capsule and Rosuvastatin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GemfibrozilPravastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
Taking Lopid Capsule with Pravastatin can increase the risk or severity of muscle damage or liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pravastatin and Lopid Capsule together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
Co-administration of Lopid Capsule with Fluvastatin can develop or increase the risk of side effects like muscle damage or liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fluvastatin and Lopid Capsule, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GemfibrozilDicoumarol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
Co-administration of Lopid Capsule and Dicoumarol can increase the effects of Dicumarol and cause bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Lopid Capsule and Dicoumarol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - bruises, vomiting, bleeding, headache, dizziness, or weakness - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lopid Capsule:
When Lopid Capsule is taken with Atorvastatin, the chance of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis, (an uncommon illness involving the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue) increases.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Atorvastatin along with Lopid Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially accompanied by fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ROSIGLITAZONE
  • PIOGLITAZONE
  • REPAGLINIDE
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • PRAVASTATIN
  • ROSUVASTATIN
  • LOPERAMIDE
  • MONTELUKAST
  • WARFARIN
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • PHENPROCOUMON
  • COLCHICINE
  • DASABVIR
  • LOVASTATIN
  • DABRAFENIB

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • You should have your lipid profile test including total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), LDL, HDL, VLDL every 6 months to ensure whether Lopid Capsule is working or not.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. 
  • Gemfibrozil may cause you to develop gallstones. If you develop gallstones, you should consult your doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Lopid Capsule is generally given in addition to regular exercise and a low-fat diet to lower fat levels in the blood.
  • A low cholesterol diet and a regular exercise regime are found to complement treatment with Lopid Capsule effectively.
  • As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.
  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in a short span of time.
  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain many heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it is beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Regular exercise can make your heart strong and decrease your risk of a heart attack.

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