Bezafibrate

Information about Bezafibrate

Bezafibrate uses

Bezafibrate is used in the treatment of high triglycerides and high cholesterol.

How bezafibrate works

Bezafibrate is a lipid lowering medication. It works by lowering the levels of triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Common side effects of bezafibrate

Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Flatulence, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Vomiting

Written By

Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on:

27 Dec 2019 | 01:08 PM (IST)

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Available Medicine for Bezafibrate

Beza
₹90
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Bezalip
₹96 to ₹200
Abbott
2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Bezafibrate

It should be taken with food.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine.
Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness while taking Bezafibrate, particularly if it is accompanied by a fever.
Do not discontinue Bezafibrate without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.

Frequently asked questions for Bezafibrate

Bezafibrate

Q. Is Bezafibrate a statin?

No. Bezafibrate is not a statin.