Description of Bezalip

Bezalip or generic Bezafibrate is a fibrate medication, also known as a hypolipidemic agent, that may be prescribed to reduce triglyceride levels and lower your low-density lipoprotein, also known as LDL or bad cholesterol. High levels of these lipids or fats circulating in your blood can lead to heart disease unless diagnosed and treated. There are no obvious signs that your cholesterol or triglycerides are high so it’s important to talk to your doctor about regular blood tests to keep track of it as well as checking your blood pressure. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.

How Bezalip Works to Lower Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels

Taking Bezalip as directed by your doctor can improve your lipid profiles by reducing the rate that your liver produces LDL, and increase the rate that the lipoproteins are removed from your blood. To do this, Bezafibrate stimulates the action of two enzymes that breakdown triglycerides. These are called lipoprotein lipase (found in muscle and fat tissue) and hepatic lipase (found in the liver). This action can help prevent coronary heart disease by taking care of the excess cholesterol and triglycerides before they become deposited in the major blood vessels of your heart.

Conditions Treated by Bezalip

The purpose of triglycerides is to store unused calories to provide your body with energy while cholesterol builds cells and certain hormones. About 80% of your body’s cholesterol is made in your liver and the rest comes from your diet, such as eggs, meat, and dairy. By following a healthy diet with less saturated fats and cholesterol and more whole grains, fruits, and nuts, you can lower the bad cholesterol and raise the good cholesterol, called high-density lipoproteins (HDL).

Before You Take Bezalip

Review your medical history with your doctor to make certain that Bezalip is the right drug for your situation. Provide information on other Rx drugs you are taking and include any OTC medications as well as herbal remedies and vitamin supplements. You should not take Bezalip if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Proper Use of Bezalip

Combining Bezalip or generic Bezafibrate with other medicine may cause a change in efficacy or an adverse reaction. You may be asked to take periodic blood tests to monitor your cholesterol and triglyceride levels to be certain Bezalip is working for you.

Possible Side Effects of Bezalip

• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Stomach problems
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea or constipation

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of the following side effects while taking Bezalip: unusual bleeding or bruising, unusual tiredness, symptoms of liver problems, small red or purple spots on the skin, nausea, muscle pain.

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