The number of fenofibrate (Tricor, Lofibra, etc) Rxs is at an all time high
June 2011
The number of fenofibrate (Tricor, Lofibra, etc) Rxs is at an all time high...but you'll likely see a drop in their popularity.
Experts are now questioning if fenofibrate actually works to reduce heart attacks and strokes. And they're debating if fenofibrates are risky in some patients or in combo with other cholesterol-lowering meds.
You'll see a shift to using diet and exercise for high "triglyceride" cholesterol levels...instead of medications.
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