<chemical> A fibric acid derivative used in the treatment of type III hyperlipoproteinaemia and severe hypertriglyceridemias. ... Pharmacological action: anticholesteraemic agents, antilipaemic agents. ... Chemical name: Propanoic acid, 2-(4-chlorophenoxy)-2-methyl-, ethyl ester ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(klo-fi´brāt) an agent used to reduce elevated serum lipids in treatment of hyperlipoproteinemia, administered orally. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001