Lipofen (Fenofibrate) Drug Information: Medication Guide and Patient Information

May 27, 2012

High cholesterol is also referred to as hypercholesterolemia (hyper=high + cholesterol + emia = in the blood) or hyperlipidemia
Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is an important part of the outer lining of cells in the body of animals.
Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans.
Cholesterol in the blood originates from dietary intake and liver production.
Dietary cholesterol comes primarily from animal sources including meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products.
Organ meats such as liver, are especially high in cholesterol content.
LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol is called "bad" cholesterol, because elevated levels of LDL cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease.
HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is called the "good cholesterol" because HDL cholesterol particles pre...

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Patients should be advised:

of the potential benefits and risks of LIPOFEN.
not to use LIPOFEN if there is a known hypersensitivity to fenofibrate or fenofibric acid.
of medications that should not be taken in combination with LIPOFEN.
that if they are taking coumarin anticoagulants, LIPOFEN may increase their anti-coagulant effect, and increased monitoring may be necessary.
to inform their physician of all medications, supplements, and herbal preparations they are taking and any change in their medical condition.
to inform a physician prescribing a new medication, that they are taking LIPOFEN.
to continue to follow an appropriate lipid-modifying diet while taking LIPOFEN.
to take LIPOFEN once daily at the prescribed dose, swallow each capsule whole.
to inform their physician of any muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness; onset of abdominal pain; or any other new symptoms.
to return to their physician's office for routine monitoring.