Fenofibrate (Systemic)

Brand Names : Lofibra, Tricor, Lipidil Micro, Lipidil Supra

Category

• Antihyperlipidemic

Description

Fenofibrate (fen-o-FI-brate) is used to lower triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels and cholesterol levels in the blood. This may help prevent the development of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) caused by high levels of triglycerides in the blood.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form(s):

Oral
• Capsules (U.S. and Canada)
• Tablets (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Lofibra
• Tricor

In Canada -

• Lipidil Micro
• Lipidil Supra