The usual dose for Clofibrate is 1000 mg twice a day. It is used only when Gemfibrozil cannot be used by the patient. Treatment is usually long-term. When your blood fats reach a healthy level, you will still need to take your medication. If you stop taking it, your blood fats will rise again.
Side effects are very uncommon .
These effects are minor and usually disappear over time. However, discuss these symptoms with your doctor if they continue more than one week. Cause anemia and low white blood cell count Cause muscle pains in less than 1 out of 100 people.