Lotrilip Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Fenofibrate

Indications/Uses

Reduction of LDL-cholesterol, total cholesterol, triglycerides, apolipoprotein B & to increase HDL-cholesterol. Hyperlipidemias including type IIa, IIb, III, IV & V hyperlipoproteinemias.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Initially 200-300 mg daily in divided doses, adjusted according to response between 200 & 400 mg daily.

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Administration

Should be taken with food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. CrCl <15 mL/min unless patient is on dialysis.

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Special Precautions

Severe hepatic impairment or significant liver disease, gallstones or gallbladder disorders or hypoalbuminemic states eg, nephrotic syndrome. Renal impairment.

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Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances including anorexia, nausea & gastric discomfort.

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Drug Interactions

May displace other drugs from protein binding sites. Changes in the activity of CYP450 particularly CYP3A4.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Dyslipidaemic Agents

ATC Classification

C10AB05 - fenofibrate ; Belongs to the class of fibrates. Used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Lotrilip cap 200 mg

Packing/Price

30's

Lotrilip

fenofibrate

Manufacturer:

Cooper Pharma

Distributor:

Suhitas