You should not take gemfibrozil if you have severe liver or kidney disease, gallbladder disease, or if you are also taking repaglinide, dasabuvir, or simvastatin.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use gemfibrozil if you are allergic to it, if you have:
severe liver disease;
severe kidney disease;
gallbladder disease; or
if you are also taking repaglinide, dasabuvir, or simvastatin.
To make sure gemfibrozil is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had::
gallstones; or
if you also take warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven).
It is not known whether gemfibrozil will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
How should I take gemfibrozil?
Take gemfibrozil exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Gemfibrozil is usually taken 30 minutes before breakfast and dinner. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Gemfibrozil is only part of a complete treatment program that may also include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
You may need frequent medical tests. Even if you have no symptoms, tests can help your doctor determine if this medicine is effective.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
