Lopid
Indicated to support the reduction of triglycerides, developed to manage dyslipidaemia effectively.
- Category
- Cholesterol Management
- Active ingredient
- Gemfibrozil
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 300mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Prescription rules on Lopid vary by country.
Lopid details
- Conditions
- Hypertriglyceridaemia · Dyslipidaemia
- Therapeutic class
- Fibrate
- Pharmacological class
- Lipid-Regulating Agent
- Precautions and warnings
- regular blood count monitoring recommended; monitor liver function
- Minor side effects
- dyspepsia; abdominal pain; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; rash; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- repaglinide; warfarin; statins
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
hepatic impairment; renal impairment; gallbladder disease; concomitant use of repaglinide
Serious side effects
rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention; cholelithiasis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to support the reduction of triglycerides, developed to manage dyslipidaemia effectively.
Mechanism of action
Gemfibrozil activates the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-alpha (PPAR-alpha). This activation promotes the breakdown of triglyceride-rich lipoproteins and decreases the production of very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL), thereby lowering serum triglyceride levels.
What you will receive
Lopid is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Lopid.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Gemfibrozil) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Lopid
Lopid contains the active ingredient gemfibrozil, a standard treatment used to manage hypertriglyceridaemia and dyslipidaemia. This product is available as a 300mg tablet for individuals who require ongoing support in regulating blood lipid levels. It is one of the most reliable options for reducing high triglyceride levels when diet and exercise alone are insufficient.
Buying Lopid online
Lopid is registered across 14 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with distribution also covering the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Since generic gemfibrozil is often far more affordable than the original brand, many expats and locals turn to online channels to secure their ongoing supply. Ordering online provides a reliable way to access these standard 300mg tablets while living or working across the region.