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Fenofibrate (UNII: U202363UOS) (Fenofibrate - UNII:U202363UOS)
Karalex Pharma LLC
Fenofibrate
Fenofibrate 54 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Fenofibrate tablets are indicated as adjunctive therapy to diet to reduce elevated LDL-C, total-C, triglycerides and apo B, and to increase HDL-C in adult patients with primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia (Fredrickson Types IIa and IIb). Lipid-altering agents should be used in addition to a diet restricted in saturated fat and cholesterol when response to diet and non-pharmacological interventions alone has been inadequate (see National Cholesterol Education Program [NCEP] Treatment Guidelines, below). Fenofibrate tablets are also indicated as adjunctive therapy to diet for treatment of adult patients with hypertriglyceridemia (Fredrickson Types IV and V hyperlipidemia). Improving glycemic control in diabetic patients showing fasting chylomicronemia will usually reduce fasting triglycerides and eliminate chylomicronemia thereby obviating the need for pharmacologic intervention. Markedly elevated levels of serum triglycerides (e.g. > 2,000 mg/dL) may increase the risk of developing pancreatitis.
Fenofibrate tablets is available in two strengths: The 54 mg, AFC tablets, are yellow, round, biconvex, coated tablet, debossed “KLX” on one side and “170" on the other side. NDC 42043-170-09 Bottle of 90 The 160 mg, AFC tablets, are white, round, biconvex, coated tablet, debossed “KLX” on one side and “171" on the other side. NDC 42043-171-09 Bottle of 90 Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Keep out of the reach of children. Protect from moisture.
Abbreviated New Drug Application
FENOFIBRATE- FENOFIBRATE TABLET, COATED KARALEX PHARMA LLC ---------- FENOFIBRATE TABLETS DESCRIPTION Fenofibrate, is a lipid regulating agent available as tablets for oral administration. Each tablet contains 54 mg or 160 mg of fenofibrate, USP. The chemical name for fenofibrate is 2-[4-(4- chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy]-2-methyl-propanoic acid, 1-methylethyl ester with the following structural formula: The molecular formula is C H O C and the molecular weight is 360.83; fenofibrate is insoluble in water. The melting point is 79–82°C. Fenofibrate is a white solid which is stable under ordinary conditions. INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Each tablet contains betadex, colloidal silicon dioxide, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, docusate sodium with sodium benzoate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, sodium starch glycolate and titanium dioxide. In addition, the 54 mg tablet contains D&C yellow #10 lake and FD&C yellow #6 lake. CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY A variety of clinical studies have demonstrated that elevated levels of total cholesterol (total-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and apolipoprotein B (apo B), an LDL membrane complex, are associated with human atherosclerosis. Similarly, decreased levels of high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and its transport complex, apolipoprotein A (apo AI and apo AII) are associated with the development of atherosclerosis. Epidemiologic investigations have established that cardiovascular morbidity and mortality vary directly with the level of total-C, LDL-C, and triglycerides, and inversely with the level of HDL-C. The independent effect of raising HDL-C or lowering triglycerides (TG) on the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined. Fenofibric acid, the active metabolite of fenofibrate, produces reductions in total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, apolipoprotein B, total triglycerides and triglyceride rich lipoprotein (VLDL) in treated patients. In addition, treatment with fenof Read the complete document