FINOBRATE 160 (160mg Fenofibrate)

Product Information

Finobrate 160 Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It lowers “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, while raising “good” cholesterol (HDL). Reducing cholesterol levels helps lower the risk of heart attack and stroke.

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Can be taken with food, preferably at the same time each day.
• Do not stop taking it without medical advice, as cholesterol levels may rise again.
• Cholesterol checks should be done regularly to monitor progress.

This medicine is part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes:

• Healthy diet
• Regular exercise
• Weight management
• Smoking cessation
• Moderation of alcohol intake

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Finobrate is prescribed to:

• Lower high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
• Reduce long-term risks of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.

Uses

• High cholesterol
• High triglycerides

Benefits

• Effectively lowers total cholesterol and triglycerides.
• Increases levels of protective HDL cholesterol.
• Reduces the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease.
• Works best when combined with diet and lifestyle modifications.

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take one tablet daily, with food, or as directed by your doctor.
• Try to take it at the same time each day.
• Continue treatment even if you feel well, as cholesterol problems usually have no symptoms.
• Combine with diet and lifestyle changes for maximum benefit.

Special Precautions

Before using Finobrate, inform your doctor if you:

• Have kidney or liver disease.
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding (use only if prescribed).
• Take other medications, especially cholesterol-lowering medicines (statins), blood thinners, or immunosuppressants.
• Develop muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness — fenofibrate (especially when combined with statins) can rarely cause serious muscle injury (rhabdomyolysis). Contact your doctor immediately if this occurs.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting

Seek medical attention if you develop unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.

Storage & Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not use after the expiry date.
• Dispose of unused medicine safely; ask your pharmacist about proper disposal.

Emergency Guidance

• Overdose: Seek emergency help if too many tablets are taken. Symptoms may include severe nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain.
• Severe reaction: Stop the medicine and contact a doctor immediately if you develop muscle pain, weakness, or unusual fatigue (may indicate rare but serious muscle injury).
• Allergic reaction: Seek urgent medical help if you develop rash, itching, swelling of face/tongue/throat, or difficulty breathing.