Fibrates Flashcards
1
Q
Prototype
A
Fenofibrate
2
Q
Route
A
PO
3
Q
Pharmacokinetics
A
highly protein bound
4
Q
Metabolized
A
Liver
5
Q
Excreted
A
Kidneys
6
Q
Actions
A
inhibits triglyceride synthesis
7
Q
Use
A
Serum triglycerides greater than 500
8
Q
Adverse effects
A
GI discomfort
diarrhea
gallstones
9
Q
Interactions
A
Increased risk of bleeding with Coumadin
Increased risk of myopathy with statins
Decreased effects with bile acid sequestrants
10
Q
Contraindications
A
liver disease
gallbladder disease
renal disease
11
Q
Nursing
A
give with food to increase absorption