Lopid Capsule (Gemfibrozil 300mg)

Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil)

What Is The Generic Name For Lopid:

Gemfibrozil is the generic version for Lopid

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Lopid 300 mg (Gemfibrozil):

• Lopid

About Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

Lopid 300 mg contains an active ingredient, Gemfibrozil, a medicine which is used for the treatment of increased cholesterol, and increased triglycerides. It can reduce the triglycerides till 50 % with this medicine. You may buy this lipid lowering prescription only drug from any of the leading pharmacy stores, drugstores and medical supply stores.

Manufacturer:

Pfizer (India) is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Lopid 300 mg.

Strength:

Lopid 300 mg contains an active ingredient, Gemfibrozil, 300 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

Lopid 300 mg is used in:

• Hyperlipidemia
• Type IIb Hyperlipoproteinemia
• Hypertriglyceridemia
• Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases
• Prevention of Heart Stroke

How Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil) Works:

Lopid 300 mg has an active ingredient, Gemfibrozil, a lipid lowering drug which lowers the triglycerides and bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and raises good cholesterol (HDL).

Before You Use Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Gemfibrozil
• You do not take alcohol
• Your doctor knows about your pre-existing disease, surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

• You should avoid taking alcohol
• You should avoid Driving or Machine Operating Jobs
• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

You should avoid Lopid 300 mg if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving
• You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it
• Have muscle weakness/cramps, muscle pain, tiredness, yellow eyes or dark colored urine while taking Gemfibrozil
• Have Jaundice and Fever
• Have any Intestinal/Stomach Disease
• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
• Have Diabetes as it may raise Blood Sugar Levels
• Are Pregnant/Breastfeeding
• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Lopid 300 mg contains an active ingredient, Gemfibrozil, used in the treatment of increased cholesterol, increased triglycerides and increased LDL levels. Lopid 300 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. Consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Lopid 300 mg at a fixed time 30 min before the meal. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed. It should be avoided in children below 6 years. It is not recommended to use in pregnant/ Breastfeeding women and patients with other chronic complications

How Much Of The Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Lopid 300 mg. Do not take higher/lower dose than prescribed.

How To Take The Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil):

Lopid 300 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time half an hour before the meal. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water without chewing or crushing it.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil)

You are always advised to take Lopid 300 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended. You are advised to complete the medicine course for the treatment even if you are feeling better.

Overdose:

Contact your doctor or reach nearby medical facility immediately if you are suspecting the overdose symptoms like Diarrhea, weakness, tiredness, dark color urine, yellowing of the skin, etc.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Lopid 300 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Lopid 300 Mg (Gemfibrozil)

• Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) Pain
• Allergic reaction
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dyspepsia
• Increased Liver Enzymes
• Flatulence
• Constipation/Diarrhea
• Fever with chills
• Dark Urine
• Increased glucose level in blood
• Bladder Pain
• Acid or sour stomach
• Change in taste

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Lopid 300 mg which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Repaglinide
• Roziglitazone
• Simvastatin

It interacts with few diseased conditions like:

• Diabetes
• Rhabdomyolysis
• Liver disease

Warning And Precaution:

Lopid 300 mg should be used very cautiously in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function
• Hypersensitivity
• Diabetes
• Low blood cell count
• Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis/ Muscle injury
• Alcohol consumption
• Cognitive Impairment
• Pediatric Population (below 6 years)
• It must be used cautiously Pregnant/Breastfeeding women as it may cause birth defects or can be fatal to your newly born baby
• Discuss with your doctor for best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• You should follow a regular exercise and low fat diet schedule for better effects of the medicine.
• Take Lopid tablet 30 min prior to the meal for better effects.
• Keep monitoring your Liver/Kidney enzyme function and also Blood Glucose Levels
• Keep out of reach of children
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt in case of dose, time, and strength of the Tablets

Indications:

Do not stop taking Lopid 300 mg on your own or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician. It may harm you in opposite way so, always take pre-decided dosage and follow your doctor’s instructions.

Storage:

Store the Lopid 300 mg at room temperature in clean and dry place. Make sure the package of the tablets should not be damaged.