Lipanthyl 200 mg Hard capsules.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19.01.2023
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Reduction of triglycerides and cholesterol in hyperlipoproteinaemias.
Dosage (summary)
One capsule daily with food.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 4-5 hours, Duration: 3 months for maximum effect.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Oral anticoagulants
- HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors
- Ciclosporin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to fenofibrate
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Renal lithiasis
- Impaired liver or kidney function
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Headache
- Muscle disorders
- Increased transaminases
Counselling Points
- Take with food
- Monitor lipid levels
- Report muscle pain or weakness
Serious warnings
- Risk of muscle toxicity
- Pancreatitis
- Liver function monitoring required
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