Evothyl: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is Evothyl used for?

Evothyl is a brand of oral medicine in the form of a capsule containing fenofibrate as its main active ingredient. Fenofibrate belongs to the fibrate drug class and the class of antilipemic agents that can lower cholesterol levels in the body.

This drug works by speeding up the natural process of releasing cholesterol from the body, so that fat levels can be controlled.

This drug is also used to increase the amount of HDL or good cholesterol in the blood, because this substance can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

However, although these drugs can reduce cholesterol and bad fats, they are not used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

This drug is included in the type of prescription drug, so you must include a prescription if you want to buy this drug at a pharmacy.

How to use Evothyl?

Some of the following ways you should do when using Evothyl, including:

• Follow all the rules given by the doctor in the prescription record. Read carefully all the steps and procedures and doses of drug use.
• This medication may be used before and after meals, but is best used before meals or on an empty stomach.
• When taking it, do not crush, dissolve, or break the capsule first. Swallow the capsule completely and help by drinking a glass of mineral water.
• While using this medicine, have regular health checks.
• Using evothyl is only one part of a series of treatments for your condition. Also improve your diet, and do regular exercise so that your condition improves as soon as possible.
• Your doctor may first test your body's reaction to the use of the drug, so start giving the drug the smallest dose.

How to store Evothyl?

If you are going to save this medication, there are a few things you should do:

• Place the evothyl in a place with room temperature.
• Keep this drug away from damp places.
• Also keep this drug away from direct exposure to sunlight or light.
• Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not store this medication in the bathroom.
• Do not also store and freeze in the freezer.

Meanwhile, if evothyl has expired or is no longer used, you should immediately discard this drug. You must not throw this medication in the toilet or drain. If you do not know how to properly dispose of medicines, ask your pharmacist or staff from your local waste disposal agency for the correct and safe procedures for disposing of medicinal products.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of evothyl for adults?

Adult dosage for hyperlipidemia

1 capsule taken once a day.

Adult dosage for hyperlipoproteinemia type IIa

1 capsule taken once a day.

Adult dose for hyperlipoproteinemia type IIb

1 capsule taken once a day.

Adult dosage for dyslipidemia

1 capsule taken once a day.

Adult dosage for hyperlipoproteinemia type IV

Starting dose: 67-200 milligrams (mg) by mouth once daily.

Maximum daily dose: 200 mg per day.

Adult dosage for hyperlipoproteinemia type V

Starting dose: 67-200 milligrams (mg) by mouth once daily.

Maximum daily dose: 200 mg per day.

Adult dosage for hypertriglyceridemia

Starting dose: 67-200 milligrams (mg) by mouth once daily.

Maximum daily dose: 200 mg per day.

What is the dose of evothyl for children?

The dose of this medicine for children has not been determined. Consult your doctor first whether this drug is safe to use for children.

In what dosage is Evothyl available?

Evothyl is available in capsules: 100 mg, 300 mg

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of using Evothyl?

The use of evothyl has side effects, ranging from mild to serious side effects. Mild side effects that may occur if you use Evothyl are:

• Diarrhea
• Heartburn, or a burning sensation in the chest area
• Sneezing continuously until the nose feels itchy
• Knees and joints ache
• Dizzy

Although the above side effects are minor side effects that can heal on their own, if they don't go away immediately and they get worse, contact your doctor immediately. There are also serious side effects. If you experience it, you must stop using the drug. Example:

• Muscles feel sore and weak
• Fever
• Peeling skin
• Skin rash
• Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips and eyes.
• Difficulty swallowing and breathing.
• Upper back pain: abdominal pain, especially in the upper part of the stomach, nausea and vomiting.
• Short of breath, painful when breathing, coughing up blood.

Warnings & Precautions

What to know before using Evothyl?

Before you use Evothyl, there are a number of things you should pay attention to before using this drug. Among them:

• Do not use this medication if you have an allergy to evothyl or the active ingredient in it, namely phenofibrate.
• If you are taking other cholesterol-lowering drugs such as cholestyramin or colestipol, take evothyl one hour before or 4-6 hours after taking this medicine.
• Also do not use this drug if you have health problems such as chronic kidney problems, liver problems, or bile problems.
• Before using this medication, you should know that phenofibrate can cause damage to muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. This case is more common in women, the elderly, or people who have kidney failure, diabetes, or uncontrolled hypothyroid problems.
• Do not give this medicine to children who are under 18 years of age.

Is evothyl good for pregnant and lactating women?

It is not certain whether this drug is safe to use for pregnant women. There is no evidence about this, so if you are pregnant and must use this drug, ask your doctor whether its use is safe for your condition.

Meanwhile, it is still not known whether this drug can be released from breast milk (ASI). However, it is best if you must use this medicine, avoid direct breastfeeding for 5 days after giving a dose.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with Evothyl?

Although certain drugs should not be taken at the same time, in some cases, two different drugs can be used together even if the interaction is possible. If this happens, your doctor may change the dose, or take other precautions if necessary.

The following are drugs that can interact with Evothyl, including:

• atorvastatin
• colchicine
• Crestor (rosuvastatin)
• Ibuprofen
• Lantus (insulin glargine)
• Lipitor
• pravastatin
• rosuvastatin
• simvastatin
• warfarin
• Zetia (ezetimibe)

What foods and alcohol can interact with Evothyl?

Certain medications should not be consumed at mealtimes or when eating certain types of food because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco-derived products with certain drugs can also cause interactions. Discuss with your health care professional the use of drugs with food, alcohol, or products derived from tobacco.

What health conditions can interact with Evothyl?

Evothyl can also interact with some health conditions you may have. Some of them are:

• Cirrhosis, which is one of the long-term liver damage.
• HDL cholesterol
• Liver disorders
• The kidneys don't function
• Rhabdomyolysis, which is damage to skeletal muscle tissue
• Cholelithiasis, or gallstones

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose immediately. However, if time has indicated that you should take the next dose, forget the missed dose and take the dose according to the schedule. Don't double the dose.

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