Trilipix
(Fenofibric Acid)
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2.9/ 5 average rating with 68 reviewsforTrilipix
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Lowers cholesterol.
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Our bottom line
Trilipix is good for lowering triglycerides (fats), but it's not as good as statins for improving cholesterol and cardiovascular disease risk.
Quick facts about Trilipix
- Drug class: Cardiovascular
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (fenofibric acid)
Upsides
- Lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL) in people who have trouble doing this through diet and exercise.
- Good medicine for lowering triglycerides.
68Downsides
- In clinical studies, Trilipix hasn't lowered cholesterol or the risk of heart attack and stroke better than statins.
- Different forms and strengths of this medication can't be substituted for each other.
How it works
Trilipix is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It removes triglycerides from your body and makes it easier to process "bad" cholesterol (LDL). This also increases "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Quick facts about Trilipix
- Drug class: Cardiovascular
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (fenofibric acid)
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Extended release
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Risks and Warnings for Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid)
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- › Taking Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid) with statins
People on Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid) while taking statins have reported muscle pain which may lead to muscle and kidney damage. This has been very rare. Talk to your doctor if you develop sudden muscle pain or weakness or fever and you don't know why.
Pharmacist Q&A
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Who is this drug for?
This medication treats high cholesterol and lipid levels in the blood.Common concerns from people taking Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?Pregnancy
Research studies with animals found harmful effects on unborn babies. It hasn’t been properly studied in humans. The benefits might outweigh the risks even if you’re pregnant. Talk with your doctor.
Tip: Always talk with your doctor before you take any medication while pregnant.FDA pregnancy category for Trilipix
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Kidneys and liver
- Reports of liver damage have been reported in people who take Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid), especially in people with a history of liver disease. Your doctor may monitor your liver with blood tests on a regular basis.