Fenofibrate is used with a low-fat diet, exercise, and sometimes with other medications to reduce the amounts of fatty substances such as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood and to increase the amount of HDL (high-density lipoprotein; a type of fatty substance that decreases the risk of heart disease) in the …

How do you take fenofibrate 200 mg?

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Fenofibrate comes in different types of capsules and tablets which provide different amounts of the medication. Do not switch between different forms or brands of this medication unless directed by your doctor.

What is the side effects of fenofibrate?

The more common side effects that can occur with use of fenofibrate include:

  • headache.
  • back pain.
  • nausea.
  • indigestion.
  • stuffy or runny nose.
  • stomach pain.

Should I take fenofibrate at night?

Some people find it helps to swallow the tablet/capsule with a drink of water. You can generally take fenofibrate at a time of day to suit you, but it is best to take your doses with the same meal each day.

Can fenofibrate raise creatinine levels?

Fenofibrate therapy is commonly prescribed for the clinical management of elevated triglyceride levels in diabetic patients, but has been noted to cause an elevation in serum creatinine concentrations.

When to start fenofibrate?

You can generally take fenofibrate at a time of day to suit you, but it is best to take your doses with the same meal each day. This will help remind you to take your tablets/capsules regularly. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember.

What is fenofibrate medication used for?

Fenofibrate is used to treat high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels. Fenofibrate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Is fenofibrate a blood thinner?

Fenofibrate is used along with a proper diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It works by increasing the natural substance ( enzyme) that breaks down fats in the blood. Fenofibrate belongs to a group of drugs known as “fibrates.”