Fenolip 200 mg Capsule

Fenolip 200 mg Capsule contains 200 mg of fenofibrate in each capsule. It belongs to the fibrate class of lipid-lowering medicines and is used to help treat high triglycerides and certain other abnormal cholesterol levels. Fenolip 200 mg Capsule is taken by mouth and is prescribed as part of a heart-healthy treatment plan that may also include diet changes, exercise, and control of other risk factors. It does not replace immediate treatment for chest pain or other emergency heart symptoms.

How it works: Fenofibrate lowers blood fats by helping the body break down triglyceride-rich particles more efficiently and by reducing the liver’s production of certain fats. In capsule form, Fenolip 200 mg Capsule provides this fenofibrate dose in an oral medicine that is absorbed after swallowing.

Fenolip 200 mg Capsule is a higher-strength fenofibrate capsule, so it is typically chosen for patients whose doctor has specifically assessed that this amount is appropriate. Compared with the listed 250 mg capsule, this 200 mg strength gives a different fenofibrate amount per capsule and may be selected to fit the prescribed regimen and the patient’s response to treatment. Because it is a stronger capsule, it should be used exactly as directed rather than as a casual starting dose.

• High triglycerides
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• Adjunct to diet for abnormal lipids
• Reduction of very high triglycerides in selected patients

• Swallow the Fenolip 200 mg Capsule whole with water; do not open, crush, or chew it.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Food can affect fenofibrate absorption depending on the product, so follow the same timing your prescriber or pharmacist told you to use.
• Keep taking the capsule even if you feel well, because high triglycerides often have no symptoms.
• Pair the medicine with the diet, exercise, and alcohol-limiting plan recommended by your clinician.

Each Fenolip 200 mg Capsule provides 200 mg of fenofibrate. Many fenofibrate regimens use one capsule once daily, but the exact schedule and the maximum daily amount depend on the patient’s condition, kidney function, and other medicines, so the doctor decides the dose for this strength. Do not take extra capsules or change from the prescribed once-daily plan unless your prescriber tells you to.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Fenofibrate may include:

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• Headache
• Runny nose or upper respiratory symptoms
• Mild muscle aches

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, gallbladder disease, or a history of pancreatitis before using Fenolip 200 mg Capsule.
• This higher-strength capsule should only be used when a clinician has decided the 200 mg dose is appropriate for you.
• Limit alcohol, since it can raise triglycerides and increase the strain on the liver.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if you also take a statin.
• Use extra caution if you are older, dehydrated, or have diabetes, because side effects can be more likely or harder to notice.
• Tell your prescriber about pregnancy, breastfeeding, or plans to become pregnant before starting treatment.
• Fenolip 200 mg Capsule is not a substitute for urgent care if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or stroke symptoms.

• Statins such as atorvastatin or simvastatin can increase the risk of muscle problems when combined with fenofibrate.
• Blood thinners such as warfarin may interact and require closer monitoring of INR.
• Bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine can reduce absorption if taken too close together.
• Cyclosporine can raise the risk of kidney-related side effects.
• Certain diabetes medicines may need review because lipid and glucose control can change during treatment.

Store Fenolip 200 mg Capsule in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct heat, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.