Tricor (fenofibrate)

Classification:

Cholesterol Lowering Drug

Form:

• 48mg (yellow) and 145mg (white) tablets

Dosage:

• The initial dose is 48mg to 145mg daily. The dosage should be adjusted according to patient response to the drug. Maximum dose is 145mg per day.

Instructions:

• Taken once per day with food

Side Effects to Report to Your Doctor:

• Increase in liver enzymes
• diarrhea/nausea/vomiting
• constipation
• flu-like symptoms
• dizziness/headache
• back pain

Drug Interactions or Incompatibility:

• Use of Mevacor in patients with liver disease is not recommended.
• Use with caution in conjunction with oral anti-coagulants.
• Use with caution in pregnant women.
• Not to be used by nursing mothers.

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