Gemfibrozil

( Lopid )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Dec 15, 2022

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Gemfibrozil

Common Brands:

Lopid

Availability:

By prescription

Therapeutic Class:

Fibrate

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • To treat type IV and V hyperlipidemia (high triglycerides, high LDL (bad) cholesterol, and low HDL (good) cholesterol.
  • To lower the risk of developing coronary heart disease in people with diabetes and high cholesterol.

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Gemfibrozil Drug Class

Gemfibrozil (jem-fye-bro-zil) is a fibrate drug.

Gemfibrozil Age Range

Gemfibrozil is approved for use in adults 18 years of age and older.