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73 ViewsBrand Name: Lopid
Drug Class: Fibric acid derivative
FDA Category: Prescription Medication
CompendiRx Topic(s): Metabolism and Hormones
Dosage Form: Tablet Tablet - 600mg
Common Usage: Lowering triglyceride levels
How it works
Decreases liver uptake of free fatty acids, inhibits secretion of VLDL, inhibits peripheral lipolysis
Pregnancy
In women who develop very severe hypertriglyceridemia and are at risk for pancreatitis, use of gemfibrozil beginning in the second trimester is one intervention that may be considered
Lactation
Due to the potential for serious adverse reactions in the breastfeeding infant, the manufacturer recommends a decision be made whether to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of treatment to the mother.
Warnings
Contraindicated: Hypersensitivity, active liver disease, pre-existing gallbladder disease, severe kidney impairment, persistent liver function abnormalities ; Warnings: Cholelithiasis, pancreatitis, hematologic effects
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