Clofibrate : How to Use - Abitrate, Atromid-S, Claripex, Novofibrate

Clofibrate - Systemic

Brand Names

Abitrate, Atromid-S, Claripex, Novofibrate Clofibrate *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects *** Additional Information

How to Use

Use this drug only as directed by your family doctor . Do not use more or less of it and do not use it more often or for a longer time than your family doctor ordered.

Follow carefully the special diet your family doctor gave you . This is the most important part of controlling your condition and is necessary if the drug is to work properly.

Stomach upset may occur but usually lessens after a few doses. Take this drug with food or immediately after meals to lessen possible stomach upset.

Dosage

The dose of clofibrate will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of clofibrate If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

The number of capsules that you take depends on the strength of the drug.

For oral dosage form - capsules:
- For high cholesterol:
  - Adults 1.5 to 2 grams a day. This is divided into two to four doses.
  - Children Dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, 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. Do not double doses.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.