Trilipix (Fenofibric Acid Capsule) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Trilipix Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking fenofibric acid (Trilipix)?

You should not use fenofibric acid if you have:

severe kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
liver disease;
gallbladder disease; or
if you are breast-feeding a baby.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take fenofibric acid:

kidney disease;
diabetes; or
underactive thyroid.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether this medication is harmful to an unborn baby. Before you take fenofibric acid, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Fenofibric acid should not be used by nursing mothers. Do not take fenofibric acid without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take fenofibric acid (Trilipix)?

Take fenofibric acid exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take the medicine with a full glass of water.

You may take fenofibric acid with or without food.

If you also take cholestyramine (Questran), colesevelam (Welchol), or colestipol (Colestid), take these medicines at least 1 hour after taking fenofibric acid, or 4 to 6 hours before taking fenofibric acid. Do not take any of these medicines at the same time you take fenofibric acid.

"Statin" cholesterol-lowering medications may be taken at the same time as fenofibric acid.

Fenofibric acid is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet, exercise, weight control, and other medications. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.

To best treat your condition, use all of your medications as directed by your doctor. Be sure to read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each of your medications. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without advice from your doctor.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney, liver, and gallbladder function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store fenofibric acid at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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