Lofibra (Fenofibrate Micronized)

Do’s

• Take Lofibra only as directed by your healthcare provider.
• Lofibra is usually taken once a day. It should be taken with a meal.
• Take this medicine at the same time each day to maintain its effect.
• In addition to taking Lofibra, your healthcare provider may recommend a diet that is low in fat, sugar, and cholesterol. Carefully follow their orders about any special diet. If you have excess body weight, your healthcare provider may advise you to exercise to lose this weight before using this medicine.
• The dose of Lofibra will be different for different patients. Follow your healthcare provider's orders or the directions on the label. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. The number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
• If you miss a dose of Lofibra, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Don’ts

• Do not use more of this medication, use it more often, or use it for a longer time than your healthcare provider ordered.
• Avoid drinking alcohol before and during treatment with Lofibra.
• Do take double doses.

Common Side Effects:

• Increased serum aspartate aminotransferase
• Increased serum alanine aminotransferase
• Abnormal hepatic function tests
• Increased creatine phosphokinase in blood specimen
• Increased serum transaminases
• Respiratory disorder
• Abdominal pain
• Back pain
• Headache
• Increased CK concentrations
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Rhinitis
• Constipation
• Asthenia
• Flu syndrome
• Upper right stomach pain
• Weight gain
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Sneezing
• Eye irritation
• Gas
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
• Lack or loss of strength

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects, and other effects may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare provider. Additionally, if you experience any concerning symptoms, seek medical advice promptly.

The information provided about Lofibra is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. Consult a healthcare provider before taking any drug, changing any diet, or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.

Lofibra should be used with caution in patients with active liver disease, including those with primary biliary cirrhosis and unexplained persistent liver function abnormalities. Additionally, it should be used cautiously in patients with preexisting gallbladder disease.

Patients with known hypersensitivity to fenofibrate or fenofibric acid should avoid the use of Lofibra.

Patients with impaired renal function should be initiated on an appropriate lipid-lowering diet before receiving Lofibra. The use of Lofibra should be avoided in patients with severe renal impairment, and lipid levels should be monitored periodically.

Individuals taking Lofibra should have regular check-ups with their healthcare provider to monitor progress and assess any potential side effects. Blood and urine tests may be necessary to check for unwanted effects, and any concerning symptoms should be reported promptly to a healthcare provider.