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Chemical Name: GEMFIBROZIL (gem-FI-broe-zil)
This medicine is a lipid-regulating agent used to lower cholesterol and
triglyceride levels in your blood.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that
you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking repaglinide or
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (such as atorvastatin, lovastatin or simvastatin).
If you are currently taking any of these medicines, tell your doctor or
pharmacist before starting this medicine. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR
CONDITION may be needed if you are taking "blood thinners" (such as warfarin),
certain medicines for diabetes (such as glyburide or troglitazone), bexarotene,
cyclosporine, or high-dose niacin (1 gram or more per day). Inform your doctor
of any other medical conditions including muscle problems, allergies, pregnancy,
or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history
of liver problems, gallbladder problems, or severe kidney problems. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this
medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. TAKE THIS
MEDICINE 30 minutes before morning and evening meals unless directed otherwise
by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and
light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it
is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE without first discussing it with your doctor.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are taking this medicine.
THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE blurred vision or dizziness. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you
react to this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR
WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits
and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this
medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness, headache,
abdominal pain, nausea, or gas. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience muscle
pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially if associated with fever and a general
feeling of discomfort); stomach pain; diarrhea; vomiting; or skin rash. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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