Tricor and Joint Pain

There are a number of possible side effects that may develop with the use of Tricor, and joint pain is a problem that occurs in more than 1 percent of people. If you do experience joint pain while taking Tricor, you can try using over-the-counter pain relief medications, moist or dry heat, and/or cold packs to help alleviate the pain. If the pain does not go away after the first couple of months, contact your healthcare provider. He or she may recommend adjusting your dosage or trying a different cholesterol medicine.

 

Tricor and Joint Pain: An Overview

Joint pain is a rare but possible side effect of Tricor® (fenofibrate). More than 1 percent of people taking Tricor experience joint pain.
 

Tricor and Joint Pain: Suggestions

If you are taking Tricor and joint pain is a problem, there are some things that you can try. These short-term relief suggestions include medications and heat and cold remedies.
 
Medications
People with joint pain who are taking Tricor often benefit from using over-the-counter pain relief medicines, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol®), aspirin, or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin® or Advil®).
 
Heat/Cold Remedies
Moist heat (such as a warm bath or shower) or dry heat (such as a heating pad) placed on the painful area of the joint for about 15 minutes may relieve joint pain. In some cases, cold packs (a bag of ice or frozen vegetables wrapped in a towel) can relieve pain or numb the sore area. If you have poor circulation, do not use cold packs. Water therapy in a heated pool or whirlpool also may relieve joint pain and stiffness.
 

Tricor and Joint Pain: Summary

For people taking Tricor, joint pain is possible.
 Make sure to talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have concerns about Tricor and joint pain. Also, keep in mind that it is not possible for your healthcare provider to know whether you will have a side effect with a medicine that you have never taken. Therefore, if you notice any joint pain while taking Tricor, talk to your healthcare provider. If the joint pain continues after the first couple of months, he or she may recommend adjusting the Tricor dosage or switching to another cholesterol medication.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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