Finate 160 Tablet

Finate 160 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering triglycerides and '__'bad'__' cholesterol (LDL), while at the same time raising the levels of '__'good'__' cholesterol (HDL). Lowering cholesterol levels reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. Finate 160 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day with food but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat. Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine it is better to let your doctor know about all the other medicines that are prescribed to you. This medicine should be taken with caution if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting the doctor.

• High cholesterol
• High triglycerides

Finate 160 Tablet 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).

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Finate 160 Tablet is to be taken with food.

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Headache
• Flatulence
• Vomiting
• Increased liver enzymes
• Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood
• Back pain
• Inflammation of the nose

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Finate 160 Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Finate 160 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Finate 160 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

DrivingSAFE

Finate 160 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

KidneyCAUTION

Finate 160 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Finate 160 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Finate 160 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

LiverUNSAFE

Finate 160 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. Use of Finate 160 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Finate 160 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class

Fibric acid derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Cardiac

Action Class

PPAR alpha agonists (Fibrate)