Fenofibrate
Fenofibrate questions and answers
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Q: Is there a known side effect between fenofibrate and gingko biloba?
- If you can offer links, I will appreciate it.
A: just know about ginkgo low quality or doses of more than 120mg will leave u with high ginkgolick acid levels leading to problems and its a blood thinner so e fish or flax seed oil blood thinners and anticoagulants can cause a clotting problem 4 sum with ginkgo
Q: Has anyone ever noticed any memory lost after taking fenofibrate?
I don't know if it is my imagination or if the drug might have an effect on my memory. I take it for colesterol
A: HI Ruth - I wasn't familiar with this medication so I looked it up for you. While it doesn't mention memory loss it does mention dizziness and lightheadedness which I would imagine woulkd lead to a sence of memory loss. Have you experienced either of those symptoms?
If it were me I would ask my Dr about it. Especially if the memory loss is pronounced. It could be a sign of another problem. If it's just a matter of feeling scatter brained it very well could be secondary to the above side effects. My antidepression meds did that to me at first. I have now gotten used to them but at first I was really having trouble remembering basic things like appointments, where I left my car keys etc. It was getting frustrating!
Here is the link where I got the info - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601052.html
Hope that helps a bit!
Q: Does the medication TriCor (fenofibrate) for high triglycerides increase your risk of colon cancer?
I think I remember reading about this link, but a quick literature review did not turn anything up. Thanks for your help.
A: It appears that the studies have some mixed results. Some of the studies are actually leaning towards that TriCor is a help in some treatments of some cancers. see this link:
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1475879
although you may not be a candidate for endometrial cancer, still the study is interesting.
Here is another study in which fenofibrate is one of a combination of drugs being used in treatment for cancer:
http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/NCT00357500;jsessionid=31132CAB8FBA197D58CE44F2D90B8848?order=7
On the other hand, here is a link to another view:
http://www.drugs.com/cons/Fenofibrate_Systemic.html
Q: Has anyone ever heard of Prevacid or Fenofibrate causing memory loss?
A: Prevacid, no. Fenofibrate, yes.
Prevacid and other acid blockers can prevent the proper digestion of food and any tablets ingested, but that's about all the side effects don't list.
Fenofibrate and other Cholesterol blockers (including Statins) on the other hand CAN cause memory loss and multiple older people prescribed Cholesterol blockers are also diagnosed with Alzheimer's shortly after. The reason for this is that they block the cholesterol production in all parts of your body, including your brain. Your brain produces cholesterol in order to aid the myelin sheaths that coat the neurons and help nerve function, plus cholesterol is used in the formation of synapses. When this cholesterol production in the brain is stopped, the nerves can't function as well, the synapses aren't as strong, and the basic functions of the brain can't work as well.
One of the funniest things about this is that Statins have cognitive problems listed as the second-most common side effect. www.rxlist.com even lists "amnesia" under the serious side effects.
One of the funniest reports I saw was a doctor with decades of experience that was prescribed a cholesterol-lowering drug and after only 6 weeks, he was found wandering around, not knowing where he was or anyone around him (including his wife). He got off it for a while, felt better, then got back on and it happened again. That's when he did more research about it and became an advocate for the Statins causing memory problems. His website is listed below.
Q: When is the best time to take fenofibrate? My pharm says at night, doctor w/food.?
I took it at night as recommended by my pharmacist and my blood work came back with HIGHER triglycerides than B4!
A: did your doctor say anything about still taking the pill or what you should do.when you got the pills was there information for you to read about the pills.if the doctor did not tell you to stopp taking the pill or gave you another prescrption,than that will mean that the dr.wants you to stay on that pill?he does know what is best for you,and will not give you something to cause harm to you.it might be awhile longer for the pill to work properly?do not worry? stay calm,stress is not good for you?
Q: What are the following drugs for? Fenofibrate. L-Arginine. Actifolate.?
A: Don't you know how to search the internet?
L-arginine is an over the counter amino acid supplement. They say taking it is good for wound healing and muscle repair.
Fenofibrate is a prescription used to treat high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels.
Actifolate is an over the counter folate supplement. It contains folate a B vitamin.
Q: does Fenofibrate cause a negative pregnancy test?
A: it shouldn't have any effect on the production of beta hcg or it's detection in urine or blood
you better check the urine early morning if negative repeat within 3 days to 1 week again early morning
if still not sure see your dr for a blood test
fenofibrate is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding
ideally you should get a pregnancy test prior to starting this drug and avoid getting pregnant while on it just to be on the safe side
good luck sweetie
Q: My father took Lipitor, Crestor and Simvastatin. Is he eligible for the Tricor settlement?
I know the lawsuit involves Fenofibrate users and what my father took is a "statin". They are related, since they are for the same thing.
A: If your father was injured from any of those drugs he'd probably be eligible for a new lawsuit regardless of whether or not he's eligible for the Tricor settlement. I've filed a case a past through http://www.badproducts.com because the form was free and they helped find people in a similar situation as me. Maybe they can help you too, good luck!
Q: what is the medication fenofibrate prescribed for?
A: belongs to class of meds called fibrates, reduce your cholesterol and your LDL , your bad cholesterol
Q: how long should I be taking Lipicard 160 mg prescribed two months back to lower my triglyceride level?
I was prescribed Lipicard 160 mg (fenofibrate) on my triglyceride recording of 340. I have been taking the medicine for two months. How long should I be taking this medicine as it is said to have hepatic side effects.
A: fenofibrate is a good prescription medicine typically your doctor will check cholesterol profile anywhere from 6-12 weeks after starting the medicine, at the same time your liver profile will be checked too. as for long term, start dieting and exercise and try to lower the dose gradually while you keep up with cholesterol profile checks every 6-12 weeks, if they stay low with diet and exercise then you could probably eventually discontinue the drug. Otherwise I agree omaga 3 or fish oil 1000 mg 2-3 times a day is a good supplement not alternate. take vitamin e 400 units daily if you take fish oil. good luck
Q: What does "serum turbid" mean, when I am measuring Tri-glycerides? does it affect my reading? how do I improve
I went for a blood test for my lipid profile. I had a
tri glyceride 403 mg/dl ( Serum turbid).
cholesterol 177mg/dl
HDL 28
LDL 97
VLDL 81
My doc put me on fenofibrate for 3 months.
What does serum turbid mean? How does it affect my readings? My earlier tests did not have any such terms. Please explain and also let me know how to improve on my cholesterol.
A: When the serum is turbid, it usually means there is a high concentration of fatty globules dissolved in it, so that it is not clear. Your HDL's are low, so that tells me you are not very physically active. Your VLDL's are high, so you have been eating a diet that is either very high in fat, or you have a genetic predispostion to increased cholesterol. Your total cholesterol count is a total of all three---206, which is high, but not all that high. The low HDL's and the very high triglycerides are troubling, and may indicate a devloping diabetes problem, or impaired functioning of liver and pancreas. You need to discuss this more thoroughly with your physician, so that you are able to understand, and develop a treatment plan that is right for you.
Q: Which of the followong is a cholesterol-lowering drug that works by inhibiting an enzyme called HMG-CoA?
Cholestyramine resin (Questran)
Doxazosin )Cardura)
Fenofibrate (Tricor)
Fluvastatin (Lescol)
A: The fluvastatin.
Q: If SGOT,SGPT become normal , does it indicate fatty liver has become normal liver ?
I had mild elevation of SGOT (55) and SGPT (98) levels . On further tests it was confirmed that it was due to Atorvastatin ( which I was taking for lowering lipids) induced mild fatty liver. An Ultra Sound revealed that. I was advised to stop Atorvastatin , which I did. Now after 5 months the levels have gradually come down. Presently they are SGPT - 26 , SGOT - 20. Now does that mean , since the levels have become normal , that the fatty liver has become normal ?
I am 35 year old , have Type 2 Diabetes and Dyslipidemia for which I take Metformin , Glibenclimide , Lantus Insulin , Fenofibrate.
A: No, you need to check your ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase) levels, this is more diagnostic for Fatty Liver.
The normal range is 44 to 147 IU/L (international units per )
But, I would talk with your Dr. about getting another Ultrasound as that is the most diagnostic tool besides a Liver biopsy to completely rule out Fatty Liver.
You might check out the Zone Diet by Dr. Barry Sears. This diet has been clinically proven by Diabetic Specialists to completely control Type 2 Diabetes without medications.
Good luck, hope this info helps!
Q: INR and Coumadin.. besides the obvious of bleeding, can thin blood cause other problems?
Had FFP on 3/31st 10mg of Vitamin K for past 4 days and INR is still greater than 14.. 2 days ago they did a catscan to ensure no brain bleed because he had a severe headache, and the scan was clear. He is still greater than 14, and have been for 4 days?? We only know its greater than 14 because thats the highest reading the lab can detect.
But now we dont know what to do, they just sent him home and want him to take Vitamin K again?
He has been on coumadin for more than a year, gets checked about once a month. until this month, and he normally takes 10mg a day 5 days a week and 2 days at 7.5mg.
THe coumadin clinic as well as his family doc say they are stumped.. we left the ER again tonight after dr ordered him to go, and ER gave him anotehr 10mg of vitamin k and sent him home. Per the ER dr, he and his colleague were going back and forth with "hospitalist" about admitting him. hospitalist says he is only 38 and not bleeding out so they will not admit. I am thoroughly confused.. nothing has changed in his diet or his meds.. otehr than stopping 2 of them that have potential of making his blood thinner (simvastatin)and(fenofibrate).. no answers from Dr, coumadin clinic, or ER so far.. his liver enzymes are normal .. so .. should i be worried?
A: If you have thin blood you are unlikely to get a blood clot but you could end up with a brain haemorrhage which is much worse. A stroke due to a blood clot is something like 10 times more common than a stroke due to a brain haemorrhage but nevertheless brain haemorrhages should never be dismissed as unlikely to happen. Vitamin K found in broccoli and spinach or a vitamin K supplement can always be taken for blood clotting if your blood is too thin.
Citrus bioflavonoids (antioxidants) found in citrus fruit such as oranges and mandarins or a citrus bioflavonoid supplement taken every day will strengthen your blood vessels and that should reduce the chances of getting a brain haemorrhage.
You can find further information in a web search for "citrus bioflavonoids" + "capillary walls".
Q: Which of these cholesterol lowering meds is the best to use?
I am a 32 year old male with obesity and high cholesterol, in particular very high triglycerides. Though some confusion with my doctor and pharmacy, I now have each of these medications here but don't know which is the best to take and in what combination. Basically I am looking to see if anyone on here has experience with these and which dosages or combinations they would take. My options include:
Lovastatin, 60mg (20mg tablets, says take 3 at bedtime.)
Cholestipol 1g
Gemfibrozil, 600mg
Fenofibrate, 160mg
Thanks to all for the info!
A: From the options you have given,Lovastatin in a single dose of 40mg.once a day for two months followed by 20mg.for the next two months and then 10mg.a day as a maintenance dose seems to be the best option.However you should go in for your lipid profile test after at least 3-4 months period to assess the levels of total cholesterol,triglycerides,HDL,LDL and HDL--LDL ratio to make any dosage adjustments,if required.