Clofibrate
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Clofibrate Definition
An aryloxyisobutyric acid derivate with antihyperlipidemic activity. Although the exact mechanism of action has not been fully characterized, clofibrate may enhance the conversion of very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) to low-density lipoprotein (LDL), decreasing the production of hepatic VLDL, inhibiting cholesterol production, and increasing fecal excretion of neutral sterols.
Clofibrate Synonyms
Clofibrate, 2-(4-Chlorophenoxy)-2-methylpropanoic acid ethyl ester, Atromid S, Atromid-S, CFB, CLOFIBRATE, Ethyl 2-(4-Chlorophenoxy)-2-methylpropanoate, Ethyl p-Chlorophenoxyisobyturate
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