Normolip (Gemfibrozil)

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Brand Name: Normolip

Generic Name: Gemfibrozil

Manufacturer/Agent: Sun Pharma

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Formulation: caps

Strength: 300mg

Pack size: 60

Trade Price: KES 3,410.00

Retail Price: @ KES 75.78

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Class: Fibrates (Cardiovascular drugs)

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Precautions: Alcoholism. hepatic impairment. prgenancy and lactation. gallstones.

Indications/Uses: Hyperlipidaemias iia, iib, iii, iv and v; 600mg bd

Interactions: Substrate of cyp3a3/4. inducers eg rifampicin decrease effect while inhibitors eg ketoconazole increase effect of saquinavir

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal upsets. dermatitis. allergic reactions. impotence. blurred vision. headache.

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