Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Nu Fenofibrate.
Combination therapy: The use of fenofibrate and "statin" medications (e.g., Atorvastatin, Lovastatin, Simvastatin) at the same time may increase the risk of side effects. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking the two types of medications together.
Gallbladder disease: Fenofibrate may cause gallstones to form in some people. If you have a history of gallstones or gallbladder disease, discuss with your doctor how Nu Fenofibrate may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nu Fenofibrate, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Kidney disease: Kidney disease or decreased kidney function can cause Nu Fenofibrate to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have kidney problems, discuss with your doctor how Nu Fenofibrate may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nu Fenofibrate, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Liver function: People taking fenofibrate may have changes in liver function that produce abnormal liver test results. Your doctor will recommend regular liver tests while you are taking Nu Fenofibrate. If you have severe changes in liver function, your doctor may recommend that you take a lower dose of Nu Fenofibrate or stop taking it altogether.
Pancreatitis: Fenofibrate can cause the pancreas to become inflamed. If you have a history of pancreatitis, discuss with your doctor how Nu Fenofibrate may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Nu Fenofibrate, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Report signs of pancreatitis such as abdominal pain on the upper left side, back pain, nausea, fever, chills, rapid heartbeat, or swollen abdomen to your doctor immediately.
Muscle effects: On rare occasions, muscle damage has been associated with the use of fenofibrate, usually in people with reduced kidney function. You should contact your doctor as soon as possible if you notice unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, particularly if you also have malaise (general feeling of illness) or fever.
Pregnancy: Nu Fenofibrate should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Nu Fenofibrate, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if fenofibrate passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Nu Fenofibrate, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of Nu Fenofibrate have not been established for use by children.
Seniors: Seniors are more likely to have reduced kidney function and may need lower doses of Nu Fenofibrate.
