INDICATIONS
Lopid can be used for treating high blood cholesterol and triglycerides. It is utilized as well as a proper diet. Lopid is definitely an antihyperlipidemic agent. It works by reducing the blood numbers of triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) ("bad") cholesterol by reducing their production from the liver. It also increases blood numbers of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) ("good") cholesterol.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use Lopid as directed from your doctor.
Ask your medical provider any questions you could have about how exactly to use Lopid.
STORAGE
Store Lopid at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store from heat, moisture, and lightweight. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Lopid out of your reach of kids and from pets.
MORE INFO:
Active Ingredient: Gemfibrozil.
All medicines might cause unwanted effects, but a majority of individuals have no, or minor, unwanted effects.
Check along with your doctor if some of these most popular unwanted side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; indigestion; stomach pain.
Seek medical attention immediately if some of these severe unwanted effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; lack of breath; tightness within the chest; swelling with the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); abnormal heartbeat; blurred vision; decreased sexual ability; depression; joint pain; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (with or without fever and fatigue); numbness and tingling; painful or frequent urination; persistent or severe diarrhea, dizziness, headache, or stomach pain; sore throat or fever; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing in the skin or eyes.
This is not a whole list of all negative effects that will occur. If you might have questions on unwanted side effects, contact your doctor.
Do NOT use Lopid if:
Contact your physician or doctor right away if some of these affect you.
Some health concerns may communicate with Lopid. Tell a medical expert or pharmacist for those who have any health conditions, particularly if any with the following connect with you:
Some medicines may talk with Lopid. Tell your doctor if you consider another medicines, especially any of the following:
This is probably not a total listing of all interactions which could occur. Ask your health care provider if Lopid may communicate with other medicines that you just take. Check with your health care provider prior to starting, stop, or alter the dose of the medicine.
Important safety information:
Airmail: 2-3 business weeks
EMS: 3-8 business days