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Indications - Ciprofibrate are used to lower the level of fats (lipids) in the blood. For example the fats known as triglycerides. Ciprofibrate is used alongside a low fat diet and other non-medical treatments such as exercise and weight loss, to lower levels of fats in the blood.

Dosage & Administration - Always take ciprofibrate exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Taking this medicine: Take this medicine by mouth Do not give to children under 12 years It is important while you are taking ciprofibrate to keep to any special diet you have been given If you feel the effect of your medicine is too weak or too strong, do not change the dose yourself, but ask your doctor How much to take: The usual dose for adults is 1 tablet every day Do not take anymore than 1 tablet each day If you have kidney problems, only take 1 tablet every other day If you take more ciprofibrate than you should: If you take more of this medicine than you should, talk to a doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Take the medicine pack with you. If you forget to take ciprofibrate: If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember it However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose If you stop taking ciprofibrate: Keep taking your medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Do not stop taking ciprofibrate just because you feel better. If you stop, your illness may get worse. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Side Effects - Muscle problems, such as cramps, pain or tenderness. This can lead to kidney failure. Hair loss, balding Headache, balance problems Feeling dizzy, drowsy or tired Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting) Diarrhoea, indigestion or stomach pains Pain in your muscles

Contraindications - Do not take ciprofibrate if: You are allergic (hypersensitive) to ciprofibrate or any of the other ingredients of ciprofibrate Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue You are pregnant, might become pregnant or think you may be pregnant You are breast-feeding You have severe liver or kidney problems You are taking "fibrates" (such as clofibrate, bezafibrate, fenofibrate or gemfibrozil)- used to treat high blood fat levels Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking ciprofibrate.

Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Do not take ciprofibrate if you are: Pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. Breast-feeding or planning to breastfeed. This is because small amounts of ciprofibrate may pass into the mother’s milk. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.