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Tricor (fenofibrate) is used primarily to lower triglycerides, a form of fat in the blood related to cholesterol. To a lesser extent it also lowers the "bad cholesterol" (LDL) and raises the "good cholesterol" (HDL).
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What is another name for fenofibrate?
Tricor
What is another name for Tricor?
Fenofibrate
What is Tricor?
Tricor is a brand of drug fenofibrate which is used to treat high cholesterol (and especially high triglycerides).
Can you drink grapefruit juice and take crestor?
Yes you can take grapefruit with tricor. Tricor coming under fibreate family not the statin family. You should limit grapefruit juice and fresh grapefruit consumption while taking statins, as grapefruit can interfere with the liver's ability to metabolize these medications.
How long to get tricor out of body?
Tricor (fenofibrate) typically takes about 24 to 72 hours to be eliminated from the body, with a half-life of approximately 20 hours in healthy individuals. However, factors such as kidney function, metabolism, and overall health can influence this timeframe. Complete excretion may take several days, depending on individual circumstances. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Can I drink alcohol while taking tricor?
It's generally advised to avoid alcohol while taking Tricor (fenofibrate) because both can affect liver function and increase the risk of liver-related side effects. Alcohol may also interfere with the effectiveness of the medication in managing cholesterol levels. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice regarding alcohol consumption while on any medication.
How long does it take for the side effects and symptons caused by tricor go away?
The side effects and symptoms associated with Tricor (fenofibrate) can vary in duration depending on the individual and the specific side effects experienced. Generally, mild side effects may resolve within a few days to weeks after discontinuation of the medication. However, more serious side effects may take longer to subside and may require medical attention. It's important to consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice and management.
What drugs are suspected of increasing the level of homocysteine in the blood?
lipid-lowering drugs such as fenofibrate (Tricor) and bezafibrate (Bezalip); metformin (Glucophage), a drug to modify insulin resistance; anti-epileptic drugs such as phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin)
What medicines are able to cause TTP?
I used Niaspan and Tricor with aspirin and that is how I got TTP. Always research other ways to lower cholestorol than just listening to a doctors advice to take cholestoral medicine. TTP is a life altering disease.
What drug classes are used to lower cholesterol?
In the United States, there are five: 1. HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors ("statins") such as Lipitor or Zocor 2. Fibric Acid derivatives such as TriCor or Trilipix 3. Niacin such as prescription Niaspan 4. Cholesterol absorption inhibitors such as Zetia 5. Bile acid binders such as WellChol or Questran Combinations may also be used. All of these drugs should only be used under direction from a physician or other health care provider.
If you have a low total cholesterol a low HDL and a low LDL but your triglycerides are high are statin drugs like lipitor or simvastatin good to raise the HDL and lower the trigclycerides?
You don't indicate if you are currently on any medication for cholesterol. However, Lipitor is a statin drug useful in lowering triglycerides; Tricor will do this to an even greater extent. As far as raising HDL, consistent aerobic activity of 45-60 minutes 3-4 times a weekhas been found to increase HDL by as much as 50% after several weeks.
When to use me and you or you and i?
If you would use 'I' in the singular, then use 'you and I'. If you would use 'me', then use 'you and me'.
