Gemlipid
Gemlipid Brand names, Gemlipid Analogs
Gemlipid Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Gemlipid Chemical_Formula
C15H22O3
Gemlipid RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/gemfib.htm
Gemlipid fda sheet
Gemlipid msds (material safety sheet)
Gemlipid Synthesis Reference
P. L. CREGER, U.S. Pat. 3,674,836 (1972)
Gemlipid Molecular Weight
250.333 g/mol
Gemlipid Melting Point
61-63 oC
Gemlipid H2O Solubility
10 mg/mL (in base)
Gemlipid State
Solid
Gemlipid LogP
4.242
Gemlipid Dosage Forms
Tablets; Capsules
Gemlipid Indication
For treatment of adult patients with very high elevations of serum triglyceride levels (types IV and V hyperlipidemia) who are at risk of developing pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and who do not respond adequately to a strict diet.
Gemlipid Pharmacology
Gemfibrozil, a fibric acid antilipemic agent similar to clofibrate, is used to treat hyperlipoproteinemia and as a second-line therapy for type IIb hypercholesterolemia. It acts to reduce triglyceride levels, reduce VLDL levels, reduce LDL levels (moderately), and increase HDL levels (moderately).
Gemlipid Absorption
Well absorbed from gastrointestinal tract (within 1-2 hours).
Gemlipid side effects and Toxicity
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3162 mg/kg. Symptoms of overdose include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, joint and muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Gemlipid Patient Information
Gemfibrozil is used to lower high triglyceride and cholesterol levels. Notify your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Gemfibrozil should be taken 30 minutes before the morning and evening meals. This medication may cause dizziness or blurred vision; use caution while driving or operating hazardous machinery. Gemfibrozil may cause an increase in blood sugar. If you have diabetes mellitus, carefully monitor blood sugar levels. Notify your physician if you develop severe stomach pain, muscle pain or weakness, or unexplained fever.
Gemlipid Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
