Fibral
Fibral Products are primarily used for
High cholesterol, High triglycerides
About Fibral Products
Uses of Fibral Products
Fenofibrate is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and high triglycerides.
Fibral Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Fibral are Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Nausea, Headache, Flatulence, Vomiting, Increased liver enzymes, Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood, Back pain, Inflammation of the nose.
How Fibral Products work
Fenofibrate is a lipid lowering medication. It works by lowering the levels of triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Patient Concerns about Fibral Products
Frequently asked questions about Fibral Products
Frequently asked questions about Fenofibrate
Q. When should Fibral Capsule be taken?
Usually, Fibral Capsule is taken once daily with a meal. The initial dose of the medicine will depend on the type and age of the patient. Consult your doctor before you start taking the medication and follow the instructions as provided.
Q. Does Fibral Capsule raise blood pressure?
There is no or negligible effect on blood pressure in patients with normal blood pressure levels. However, Fibral Capsule may lead to a decrease in blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Q. Can Fibral Capsule cause kidney problems?
Fibral Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disorders. Serum creatinine levels may increase with long-term usage of Fibral Capsule but is completely reversible. The evidence of kidney damage with this medicine is rare still the kidney function blood test should be done regularly if there is a possibility of kidney damage. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have had any disease and all the medicines that you are taking for a better diagnosis and treatment.
Q. Can I take grapefruit juice with Fibral Capsule?
Yes, you can take Fibral Capsule with grapefruit juice. The possibility of interaction of the medicine with grapefruit is unlikely as they are broken down in our body by different enzymes. However, if in doubt then limit the intake of grapefruit juice while taking Fibral Capsule.
Q. What drugs should not be taken with Fibral Capsule?
There are few drugs like Oral Anticoagulants or blood thinners, ciclosporin, cholesterol-lowering medications like statins and contraceptives are contraindicated while you take Fibral Capsule. Along with that, there are certain medicines which should not be taken with Fibral Capsule and therefore you must give a proper history to your doctor regarding your ongoing medication. This is done to analyze the condition and provide a proper therapy and prescription which will help minimizing the side effects of the medication.