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Brand Names: Antara, Fenoglide, Lipofen, Lofibra, TriCor, Triglide

Generic Name: fenofibrate (Pronunciation: FEN oh FYE brate)

• What is fenofibrate (Antara, Fenoglide, Lipofen, Lofibra, TriCor, Triglide)?
• What are the possible side effects of fenofibrate?
• What is the most important information I should know about fenofibrate?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking fenofibrate?
• How should I take fenofibrate?
• What happens if I miss a dose?
• What happens if I overdose?
• What should I avoid while taking fenofibrate?
• What other drugs will affect fenofibrate?
• Where can I get more information?

What is fenofibrate (Antara, Fenoglide, Lipofen, Lofibra, TriCor, Triglide)?

Fenofibrate helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides (fatty acids) in the blood. High levels of these types of fat in the blood are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).

Fenofibrate is used to treat high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels.

Fenofibrate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Fenofibrate 134 mg-GLO

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Fenofibrate 160 mg-GLO

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Fenofibrate 200 mg-GLO

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Fenofibrate 54 mg-GLO

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Fenofibrate 67 mg-GLO

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Tricor 145 mg

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Tricor 160 mg

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Tricor 200 mg

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Tricor 48 mg

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Tricor 54 mg

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What are the possible side effects of fenofibrate?

Fenofibrate has been associated with a rare but serious side effect of the muscles. Contact your doctor at once if you have unusual muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if accompanied by fever or flu-like feeling.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using fenofibrate and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• severe stomach pain;
• nausea, vomiting;
• unusual weakness; or
• fever.

Less serious side effects may include:

• joint pain;
• indigestion;
• bloating or gas; or
• a rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about fenofibrate?

Fenofibrate is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking fenofibrate. Alcohol can raise triglyceride levels, and may also damage your liver while you are taking fenofibrate.

Fenofibrate has been associated with a rare but serious side effect of the muscles. Contact your doctor at once if you have unusual muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if accompanied by fever or flu-like feeling.