Choline Fenofibrate
About Choline Fenofibrate
Choline Fenofibrate 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.
Choline Fenofibrate 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, Choline Fenofibrate helps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels.
Take Choline Fenofibrate as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Choline Fenofibrate 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 Choline Fenofibrate 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 Choline Fenofibrate or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Choline Fenofibrate as it may increase the risk of muscle problems. Avoid taking Choline Fenofibrate if you have liver disease, including high levels of certain liver enzymes. If you get unexplained cramps or weak/painful/tender muscles, avoid taking Choline Fenofibrate and consult a doctor immediately.
Uses of Choline Fenofibrate
Medicinal Benefits
Choline Fenofibrate contains Choline fenofibrate used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels in patients whose cholesterol levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Choline Fenofibrate 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, Choline Fenofibrate reduces the risk of heart attack by lowering the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the heart.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Choline Fenofibrate
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence (gas)
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Choline Fenofibrate or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman, please consult a doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Choline Fenofibrate as it may increase the risk of muscle problems. Maintain a low-fat diet and do regular exercise while taking Choline Fenofibrate for effective results. Avoid taking Choline Fenofibrate if you have liver disease, including high levels of certain liver enzymes. If you get unexplained cramps or weak/painful/tender muscles, avoid taking Choline Fenofibrate and consult a doctor immediately.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Choline Fenofibrate 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 Choline Fenofibrate 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 Choline Fenofibrate.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol with Choline Fenofibrate as it may increase the risk of muscle problems.
Pregnancy
unsafeCholine Fenofibrate is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. So, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult a doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedCholine Fenofibrate usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionTake Choline Fenofibrate with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Choline Fenofibrate with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
unsafeCholine Fenofibrate is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- 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.
Special Advise
Regular blood and urine tests are recommended while taking Choline Fenofibrate to monitor liver, kidney and muscles functioning.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.
FAQs
Choline Fenofibrate belongs to the class of medicines called antilipemic agents primarily used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Also, it increases good cholesterol levels.
Choline Fenofibrate works by stimulating 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, Choline Fenofibrate helps to lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol levels.
You are not recommended to take Choline Fenofibrate with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult your doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate with other medicines.
Choline Fenofibrate should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver disease as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, if you have any liver disease, please inform your doctor before taking Choline Fenofibrate.
You are recommended to avoid eating foods rich in fat or cholesterol and caffeine as it may increase side effects.
You are not recommended to stop taking Choline Fenofibrate without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, take Choline Fenofibrate for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Choline Fenofibrate, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.
Follow a low fat, low sugar diet along with regular exercise and walking schedule while taking Choline Fenofibrate for effective results.
Take Choline Fenofibrate with food or as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.
Choline Fenofibrate may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, stomach pain, flatulence (gas), nausea and vomiting. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
LDL (low-density lipoprotein) is called bad cholesterol as it accumulates cholesterol in the blood. This leads to blockage in the heart and is a direct cause of strokes, heart attacks, and peripheral artery disease.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is also called as good cholesterol as it transports cholesterol from blood to liver for elimination. Thus, lowers the risk of heart diseases.
Yes, Choline Fenofibrate may cause serious or even life-threatening liver damage. If you notice dark urine, severe stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, clay-colored stools, itching, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), inform your doctor immediately.
You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Choline Fenofibrate as it may increase the risk of muscle problems.
Before starting Choline Fenofibrate, inform your doctor if you have a history of liver, kidney or gallbladder disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the medications you are taking to avoid possible interactions.
You are recommended to take your doctor’s advice before taking Choline Fenofibrate if you are a breastfeeding mother.
You can book a lipid profile test with any recognised laboratory. With the help of this test, you can monitor your total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL levels, LDL levels, and the ratio between cholesterol and HDL. Before giving your blood sample to the laboratory, you may need to fast for a period of 10-12 hours. After receiving your test report, consult a doctor to help you evaluate your test results.
The total cholesterol level should be 125 to 200 mg/dL, HDL should be 40mg/dL or higher and LDL should be less than 100 mg/dL.
If you have high cholesterol, it accumulates upon the artery walls. This narrows arteries and thus reduces blood flow to the heart. This can result in heart attack or stroke.
When your cholesterol levels are high enough (LDL level greater than 190mg/dL) to increase your risk for heart disease or if you already have a history of stroke or heart attack, medication is usually prescribed. Always consult your doctor before taking any medicines.
Some of the symptoms of high cholesterol include pain in the neck, jaw, upper abdomen, or back; chest pain; difficulty breathing; extreme fatigue; and numbness or coldness in extremities.
In addition to taking Choline Fenofibrate, following a low-fat diet, reducing body weight, regular exercise, and limiting alcohol consumption can help improve the effectiveness of Choline Fenofibrate and lower cholesterol levels.
No, Choline Fenofibrate is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the class of drugs called antilipemic agents.
Choline Fenofibrate does not increase blood pressure. It helps to decrease blood pressure by lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Choline Fenofibrate is not mainly prescribed for weight loss. However, any effect on weight is probably a secondary outcome and may be different for every individual.
Choline Fenofibrate is not specifically recommended for diabetes. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss with your doctor.
