Generic for Tricor for Cholesterol - Drug Information

Generic Name - Fenofibrate

Category - Antihyperlipidemic

Indications

Lower Triglyceride and cholesterol levels

Generic Tricor is used with diet changes to reduce the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in blood. Accumulation of cholesterols and fats along the walls arteries decrease the flow of blood and, therefore, the oxygen supply to heart, brain and other parts of the body. Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats may help to prevent heart disease, angia, strokes and heart attacks.

Generic for Tricor Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Tricor is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Tricor should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Gallbladder disease
Gallstones
Liver disease
Kidney disease

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Tricor. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Anticoagulants
Carmustine
Cisplatin
Excedrin or other Salicylates
Cyclosporine
Lithium
Methotrexate
Pencillamine
Streptozocin
HMG-coA reductase inhibitors

Generic for Tricor Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of Generic Tricor,
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Tricor for primary hyper-cholesterolemia is 160 mg per day.

Generic for Tricor Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Tricor side Effects include abdominal pain, cough or hoarseness, dark yellow or brown urine, fever or chills and lower back or side pain.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Tricor.

Generic for Tricor and Pregnancy

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Tricor in pregnant women have not been established. Do consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Generic for Tricor and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Tricor passes into breast milk. Breast feeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Tricor and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Tricor in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Tricor and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Tricor in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Tricor serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.