Warnings
- People with kidney problems, gallbladder disease, or liver disease should not use Lopid or Tricor.
- Do not use these drugs if you are taking other medicines to control cholesterol (HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors also called "Statins").
- Pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding should talk to their doctor about the risk of taking Lopid and Tricor.
- People who take diabetes medicines or blood thinners (anticoagulants) should talk to their doctor about the risks of taking Lopid and Tricor.
Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Constipation or Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Flushing (redness of the face or neck)
Warning Signs
Call your doctor if you have any of these signs:
- Muscle pain
- Weakness
- Jaundice (skin or eyes look yellow)
Fenofibrate
Cholesterol
Combination drugs: what you should know
Medicines to control cholesterol
Bile acid sequestrants: what you should know
Statins: what you should know
Other drugs: what you should know
Niacin: what you should know
Fibrates: what you should know