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.
2006-10-18 22:36:03 · 3 answers · asked by sanjayandratna 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
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
2006-10-19 05:56:48 · answer #1 · answered by HK3738 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR203516
Check your Triglyceride levels regularly and assess the need.
Omega 3 is a safe alternative. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omega-3_fatty_acid
2006-10-18 23:20:56 · answer #2 · answered by Ajeesh Kumar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, contact your local pharmacist and ask his professional answer.they are use really good and you can even call 2 or 3 until you are satisfied. That's your safest bet.
2016-03-18 21:44:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋