Gemfibrozil (Noun)
Meaning
Medication (trade name Lopid) used to lower the levels of triglyceride in the blood.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed gemfibrozil to the patient with high triglyceride levels to reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Gemfibrozil is usually taken twice a day with breakfast and dinner to lower the levels of triglyceride in the blood.
- Studies have shown that gemfibrozil is effective in reducing triglyceride levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
- Gemfibrozil is a type of fibric acid derivative used to treat high levels of triglyceride in the blood.
- Patients taking gemfibrozil should be monitored regularly for liver damage and changes in blood chemistry.