Regulip (Gemfibrozil)
Brand Name: Regulip
Generic Name: Gemfibrozil
Manufacturer/Agent: Amoun Pharma
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 300mg
Pack size: 10
Trade Price: KES 167.00
Retail Price: @ KES 22.30
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.