Fibric Acid Derivatives Flashcards

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Gemfibrozil

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Lopid

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Fenofibrate

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Antara
Fenoglide
Tricor
Triglide
Lofibra
Lipofen
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3
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Fenofibric Acid

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Trilipex

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4
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Clinical Pearls

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  1. First line therapy for patients with significant increase in TGs (>500)
  2. Fenofibrate is prefered when used with a statin
  3. Monitor renal function especially with fenofibrate
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