What is Gemfibrozil commonly known as?

Gemfibrozil is commonly known by the brand name Lopid. This medication is classified as a fibrate, which is primarily used to lower triglyceride levels in the bloodstream and increase HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol. It is particularly helpful for patients at risk of cardiovascular diseases related to high lipid levels.

In contrast, Zetia is the brand name for ezetimibe, which works differently by inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines. Crestor, also known as rosuvastatin, is a statin that lowers cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in cholesterol production in the liver. Tricor refers to fenofibrate, another fibrate, but it is a different medication from Gemfibrozil. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify why Lopid is the correct association for Gemfibrozil.