Lowering high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. It also increases high-density lipoprotein ("good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. Fenoglide is a lipid-lowering agent. It works by increasing a certain substance that helps to remove triglycerides from the blood. This also helps the body to decrease the amount of other bad cholesterol in the blood.
Important safety information:
Fenoglide may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Fenoglide with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose, change your dose, or stop taking Fenoglide without checking with your doctor.
Follow the diet, exercise, and weight loss program given to you by your health care provider.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Fenoglide before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Muscle problems may occur with Fenoglide. The risk of muscle problems may be greater in elderly patients and in people who have kidney problems or low thyroid function. It may also be greater in those who take Fenoglide with certain other medicines (eg, colchicine; HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors [statins], such as simvastatin). Tell your doctor right away if you notice any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever or general body discomfort.
Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, blood cholesterol, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Fenoglide. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Fenoglide with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially muscle problems.
Fenoglide should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Fenoglide can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant or plan to become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Fenoglide while you are pregnant. It is not known if Fenoglide is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Fenoglide.
Fenoglide side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Back pain; constipation; headache; nausea; runny or stuffy nose.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); calf or leg pain, swelling, redness, or tenderness; chest pain; coughing up blood; dark urine; decreased urination; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; loss of appetite; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially along with fever or unusual tiredness); pale stools; red, swollen, blistered or peeling skin; severe or persistent headache or dizziness; severe or persistent nausea or vomiting; shortness of breath; stomach pain; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Fenoglide be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Fenoglide?
Some medical conditions may interact with Fenoglide. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of diabetes, an underactive thyroid, heart problems, gallbladder problems (eg, gallstones), pancreatitis, kidney or liver problems, or muscle problems
if you have a history of blood clots in your veins (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism)
if you are very overweight, have an inactive lifestyle, have a poor diet, or you drink alcohol or have a history of alcohol abuse
if you have trouble swallowing
if you are taking a beta-blocker (eg, propranolol), estrogen, or thiazide diuretic (eg, hydrochlorothiazide)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Fenoglide. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Colchicine or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) (eg, simvastatin) because the risk of serious muscle problems may be increased
Immunosuppressants (eg, cyclosporine) or other medicines that may harm the kidney (eg, aminoglycoside antibiotics [eg, gentamicin], amphotericin B, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [NSAIDs] [eg, ibuprofen], tacrolimus, vancomycin) because they may increase the risk of Fenoglide's side effects. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines might harm the kidney
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Fenoglide
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Fenoglide may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Fenoglide?
Use Fenoglide as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Some brands of Fenoglide should be taken with food. Some brands may be taken with or without food. Ask your pharmacist if you should take your brand of Fenoglide with food.
Swallow Fenoglide whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Do not take chipped or broken tablets. If you cannot swallow Fenoglide whole, tell your doctor. You may need a different medicine.
Take Fenoglide with a full glass of water (8 oz [240 mL]).
If you also take a bile acid-binding resin (eg, cholestyramine), do not take it within 4 to 6 hours before or 1 hour after taking Fenoglide. Check with your doctor if you have any questions.
Take Fenoglide on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Fenoglide at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
Continue to take Fenoglide even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Fenoglide, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Fenoglide.
Can Fenoglide be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Fenoglide be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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