Clofibrate (Systemic)
Brand Names : Abitrate, Atromid-S, Claripex, Novofibrate
Category- Antidiuretic, central diabetes insipidus
- Antihyperlipidemic
DescriptionClofibrate (kloe-FYE-brate) is used to lower cholesterol and triglyceride
(fat-like substances) levels in the blood. This may help prevent medical problems
caused by such substances clogging the blood vessels.
Clofibrate may also be used for other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Clofibrate is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following
dosage form:
Oral
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Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
In Canada -
- Atromid-S
- Claripex
- Novofibrate
Generic name product may be available in the U.S.
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