Gemfibrozil Information

• Gemfibrozil

Gemfibrozil is a common prescription drug approved for the treatment of high triglycerides and cholesterol. This eMedTV article also lists uses of the medication, side effects, and conditions to tell your healthcare provider about before you take it.

• Side Effects of Gemfibrozil

Common gemfibrozil side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue. This eMedTV page talks about these and other side effects of gemfibrozil, including rare side effects (such as anemia), and side effects to report right away (such as a cough).

• What Is Gemfibrozil Used For?

What is gemfibrozil used for? As this eMedTV page explains, gemfibrozil treats high triglycerides and high cholesterol and lowers the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Gemfibrozil has no universally accepted off-label uses.

• Dosing With Gemfibrozil

As this eMedTV page explains, the starting dose of gemfibrozil is 600 mg twice a day. This article explores numerous considerations for dosing with gemfibrozil, including doses for people with severe kidney disease and factors that can affect dosing.

• Drug Interactions With Gemfibrozil

Drug interactions with gemfibrozil can occur with statins like Altoprev and Zocor, among other drugs. This eMedTV Web page describes how possible interactions can affect the body and lists drugs that gemfibrozil should not be used with.

• Precautions and Warnings With Gemfibrozil

This eMedTV page covers precautions and warnings with gemfibrozil, such as drug interactions, side effects like an increase in liver enzymes, and potential allergies to gemfibrozil. This article also lists people who should not take gemfibrozil.