Triglide (Fenofibrate) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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TRIGLIDE®
(fenofibrate) Tablets

DRUG DESCRIPTION

TRIGLIDE® (fenofibrate) tablets is a lipid-regulating agent available as tablets for oral administration.

Each tablet contains 50 mg or 160 mg of fenofibrate.

The chemical name for fenofibrate is 2-[4-(4-chlorobenzoyl) phenoxy] 2-methyl-propanoic acid, 1methylethyl ester with the following structural formula:

TRIGLIDE® (fenofibrate) Structural Formula Illustration

The empirical formula is C₂₀H₂₁O₄Cl and the molecular weight is 360.83; fenofibrate is insoluble in water. The melting point is 79°C enofibrate is a white solid that is stable under to ordinary conditions.

Inactive Ingredients: Each tablet also contains crospovidone, lactose monohydrate, mannitol, maltodextrin, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, egg lecithin, croscarmellose sodium, sodium lauryl sulfate, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, and monobasic sodium phosphate.

What are the possible side effects of fenofibrate?

Fenofibrate has been associated with a rare but serious side effect of the muscles. Contact your doctor at once if you have unusual muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if accompanied by fever or flu-like feeling.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using fenofibrate and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

severe stomach pain;
nausea,...

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What are the precautions when taking fenofibrate (Triglide)?

Before taking fenofibrate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other "fibrates" (such as fenofibric acid); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as soy, found in some Canadian brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, gallbladder disease, liver disease (such as biliary cirrhosis, hepatitis), alcohol use.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

This medication is not recommended for use during...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 1/12/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.