Finofibrate

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 Fenofibrate? Finofibrate is a common misspelling of fenofibrate.
 
Fenofibrate is a prescription medication used to decrease triglycerides (a fat-like substance) and cholesterol levels in the body. Brand names for this medicine include Triglide™, Tricor®, Antara™, and Lofibra®. Fenofibrate works by increasing the production of an enzyme responsible for breaking down triglyceride-rich particles and increasing their removal from the body. The most common side effects seen with this drug include abdominal pain (stomach pain), headache, and difficulty breathing.
 
(Click Fenofibrate to read the complete eMedTV article, which explains how the drug works, results of clinical studies on fenofibrate, dosing guidelines, and more.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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