Fenofibrate
Fenofibrate (Tricor) is a fibrate used in lipid disorders. This catalogue lists a single Tricor tablet for named lipid conditions, including Hypercholesterolaemia and Mixed Dyslipidaemia.
Key points
- Myopathy and rhabdomyolysis: The fenofibrate label says fibrates increase the risk for myopathy and have been associated with rhabdomyolysis.
- Warning signs: The label says diffuse myalgias, muscle tenderness or weakness, or marked creatine phosphokinase (CPK) rises should prompt consideration of myopathy.
Brands and forms in this catalogue
Fenofibrate is the ingredient name, while Tricor is the listed brand name for this tablet. It belongs to the fibrate group and appears in Cholesterol Management, with its three attached conditions shown in the product listing.
