Fenodac 45 Capsule DR belongs to the class of medicines called antilipemic agents primarily used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Also, it increases good cholesterol levels. High cholesterol, known as hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia, occurs when there is an unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When the cholesterol level is high in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged which contributes to heart diseases like stroke and heart attack. 

Fenodac 45 Capsule DR contains choline fenofibrate that works by stimulating the action of lipoprotein lipase (enzyme) which breaks down LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Also, it increases the levels of good cholesterol. Thus, Fenodac 45 Capsule DR helps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels. 

Take Fenodac 45 Capsule DR as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Fenodac 45 Capsule DR for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Fenodac 45 Capsule DR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Fenodac 45 Capsule DR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fenodac 45 Capsule DR as it may increase the risk of muscle problems. Avoid taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR if you have liver disease, including high levels of certain liver enzymes.  If you get unexplained cramps or weak/painful/tender muscles, avoid taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR and consult a doctor immediately.

Fenodac 45 Capsule DR contains Choline fenofibrate used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels in patients whose cholesterol levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Fenodac 45 Capsule DR stimulates the action of lipoprotein lipase (enzyme) that breaks down LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Also, it increases the levels of good cholesterol. Thus, it helps to lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels. Also, Fenodac 45 Capsule DR reduces the risk of heart attack by lowering the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the heart.

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Flatulence (gas)

If you are allergic to Fenodac 45 Capsule DR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman, please consult a doctor before taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fenodac 45 Capsule DR as it may increase the risk of muscle problems. Maintain a low-fat diet and do regular exercise while taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR for effective results. Avoid taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR if you have liver disease, including high levels of certain liver enzymes. If you get unexplained cramps or weak/painful/tender muscles, avoid taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR and consult a doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Fenodac 45 Capsule DR may have interaction with other medicines used to lower bad cholesterol (fibrates, statins), antidiabetic drugs (pioglitazone, rosiglitazone), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin), blood thinners (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with Fenodac 45 Capsule DR as it may increase the risk of muscle problems.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have thyroid disorder (hypothyroidism), diabetes, pancreatitis, gall bladder, kidney, liver or muscle problems, please inform your doctor before taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR.

• PIOGLITAZONE
• ROSIGLITAZONE
• CICLOSPORIN
• WARFARIN

• Maintain a low-fat diet. Limit your intake of dairy products made with whole milk and red meat. Prefer skim milk and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. 
• Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry, whole grains, nuts, and cut down beverages, processed and sugary foods.
• Do regular exercise such as swimming, cycling, walking or dancing and focus on losing weight as obesity also raises bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Regular blood and urine tests are recommended while taking Fenodac 45 Capsule DR to monitor liver, kidney and muscles functioning. 

Hyperlipidaemia: It is also known as high cholesterol or dyslipidaemia occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high level of cholesterol in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged which contributes to heart diseases like stroke and heart attack. Eating high-fat or high-cholesterol containing food/drinks and genetic factors are the primary causes of high cholesterol. There are two types of cholesterol found in our body, namely, good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). Good cholesterol is good for our heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol in our body. Excess bad cholesterol (LDL) leads to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.