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Manufacturer name:
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Generic name:
fenofibrate
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67mg, 100mg, 200mg
Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat people with abnormal cholesterol levels.
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Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) belongs to the class of medications known as fibrates. It is used in addition to diet and exercise to treat people with abnormal cholesterol levels.
Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) (micronized) reduces bad cholesterol (low density lipoproteins [LDL] and very low density lipoproteins [VLDL]) and triglycerides in your blood. It also increases good cholesterol (high density lipoprotein [HDL]) levels. Bringing cholesterol levels in the blood into the desired range has been shown to reduce the risks associated with heart disease, such as Heart Attack.
Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Feno Micro (Fenofibrate), speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) if their doctor has not prescribed it.
The usual daily adult dose of micronized Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) is 200 mg. This may be taken as a single 200 mg capsule once daily with or after the main meal. Alternatively, three 67 mg capsules can be taken daily in 2 or 3 divided doses with or after meals. The maximum recommended total daily dose is 200 mg.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to take Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Feno Micro (Fenofibrate). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Feno Micro (Fenofibrate). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Feno Micro (Fenofibrate).
Each hard orange capsule is imprinted with "PRO 200" contains 200 mg of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate). Nonmedicinal ingredients: stearic acid, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, FD &C Yellow No. 6, FD&C Red No. 28, croscarmellose sodium, colloidal silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide, gelatin, lactose monohydrate, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc and black iron oxide.
Do not take micronized Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) if you:
There may be an interaction between Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) (micronized) and any of the following:
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with Feno Micro (Fenofibrate). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Feno Micro (Fenofibrate).
Blood components: Small, temporary decreases in red and white blood cell counts have been observed in people using Feno Micro (Fenofibrate). Your doctor will check for this with blood tests during the first year of treatment.
Combination therapy: The use of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) and "statin" medications (e.g., atorvastatin, lovastatin, Simvastatin) at the same time may increase the risk of muscle-related side effects. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking the two types of medications together.
Gallbladder disease: For some people, Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) may cause the formation of gallstones. If you experience abdominal or stomach pain, gas, nausea, or bloating (especially after eating high-fat foods), contact your doctor.
Kidney function: If you have reduced kidney function, discuss with your doctor how Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Liver function: If you have reduced liver function or liver disease, discuss with your doctor how Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Skeletal muscle: Treatment with this type of medication has been associated on rare occasions with muscle pain, usually in people with reduced kidney function. Contact your doctor as soon as possible if you notice unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, particularly if you also have malaise (a general feeling of illness) or fever.
Pregnancy: The safety of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) has not been established for pregnant women. Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) should not be used by pregnant women.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if Feno Micro (Fenofibrate) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Feno Micro (Fenofibrate), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of the medication have not been established for use by children under the age of 18.
Seniors: Seniors are more likely to have reduced kidney function and may need lower doses of Feno Micro (Fenofibrate).
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