Uses of the drug Fenostad 200

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1. What is the effect of Fenostad 200?

Fenostad drug belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs that are effective in the treatment of a number of conditions such as:
Hypercholesterolemia, endogenous hypertriglyceridemia alone, and combined hyperlipidemia after applying an appropriate diet. response. Secondary hyperlipoproteinemia, persistent despite treatment of the underlying cause, such as dyslipidemia in diabetes. The previous diet when treatment must be continued In addition to the above uses, Fenostad may also be used to treat a number of other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before using the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.

2. How to use Fenostad 200

Fenostad is made in the form of hard capsules, so it can be taken on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach. Patients should take the medicine with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation. Fenostad is combined with a diet and taken with a main meal. Dosage of Fenostad will depend on the patient's medical condition and age such as:
For adults, the dose is from 160-300mg/day. For children > 10 years of age up to 5mg/kg/day Use Fenostad regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use this medicine safely, take Fenostad exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more than prescribed, do not use it more often, or for a longer time than prescribed. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug or abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This not only makes the condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.

3. Undesirable effects when using the drug Fenostad 200

Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Fenostad include:
Digestive disturbances Indigestion Nausea Mild diarrhea Temporary increase in liver enzymes Skin allergies Muscle pain Before prescribing the medicine, your doctor Always weigh the benefits and effectiveness of Fenostad more than the risk of side effects. However, in some cases, when using Fenostad, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when unusual symptoms occur, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, rash, swelling or itching of the face, throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.

4. Some notes when using Fenostad 200

Some notes when using Fenostad include:
Inform your doctor about a history of allergy to Fenostad or any other allergies. Fenostad may contain ingredients that are inactive and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods or preservatives. Fenostad is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment, liver dysfunction or gallbladder disease, children under 10 years of age and women in pregnancy and lactation, patients with allergic reactions. photosensitivity during treatment with fibrates or with ketoprofen. Before treatment with Fenostad drug, it is necessary to conduct a test of the patient's liver and kidney function. If, after 3-6 months of treatment, lipid levels in the blood do not decrease, additional or alternative therapies should be considered. Elevated blood transaminases are usually temporary and should be systematically checked every 3 months for the first 12 months of treatment. If ASAT and ALAT rise above 3 times the upper limit of normal, treatment should be discontinued. If Fenostad is combined with oral anticoagulants, it is necessary to strengthen monitoring of blood prothrombim levels and adjust the anticoagulant dose accordingly during treatment with Fenostad and 8 days after stopping treatment. In patients with biliary cirrhosis or nephrolithiasis, biliary complications may occur. Regularly check the blood count in patients treated with Fenostad. In case of forgetting a dose, the patient should take it as soon as he remembers. However, if the time you remember is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking it as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily add more than double the dose of the drug than the treatment regimen.

5. Fenostad drug interactions

Drug interactions can decrease the effectiveness of Fenostad, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Please tell your doctor about all other medications you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent. Some drugs that can interact with Fenostadb are anticoagulants. Therefore, absolutely do not use these two drugs at the same time.

6. How to store Fenostad 200

Store Fenostad at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Fenostad in a humid place or in the freezer. Keep Fenostad out of the reach of children and family pets.
In summary, Fenostad is effective in supporting diet and in the treatment of severe hypertriglyceridemia, mixed hyperlipidemia when statins are contraindicated or intolerant to, persistent secondary hyperlipoproteinemia, etc. However, Fenostad can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medications you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and increase effectiveness. results for the treatment.
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