Fibrates
Fibrates, also known as fibric acid derivatives, are medications that are used to help lower your cholesterol -- especially LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
What Are Fibrates?
Fibrates are a class of cholesterol-lowering medications that work differently from other cholesterol medications on the market.
Can Other Drugs Interact With My Fibrate?
Although fibrates are effective in lowering cholesterol, they can also be the source of some drug interactions.
Can You Take Statins and Fibrates Together?
Although statins and fibrates can potentially interact with one another, this combination is commonly used to optimally treat high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
The Official Tricor® Website
The official Tricor® website, brought to you by its manufacturer, Abbott Laboratories.
Information About Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid)
Trilipix, also known as fenofibric acid, lowers cholesterol by lowering LDL and lowering triglycerides, and raising HDL cholesterol.
Information About Lopid (Gemfibrozil)
Lopid, generic name gemfibrozil, is a cholesterol-lowering medication that belongs to the fibrate class of drugs. Lopid lowers LDL and triglycerides and raises HDL.
