Fenofibric Acid (Oral Route)

Fenofibric acid is used together with a proper diet to treat high cholesterol and triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels in the blood. This may help prevent the development of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) caused by high levels of triglycerides in the blood.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

• Tablet
• Capsule, Delayed Release

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fenofibric acid in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have kidney problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving fenofibric acid.

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Blood clotting problems (eg, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism), history of or
• Heart disease or
• Muscle pain or tenderness, history of or
• Muscle weakness, history of—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Diabetes or
• Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or
• Kidney problems—Use with caution. May cause side effects to become worse.

• Gallbladder disease, or history of or
• Kidney disease, severe (including patients receiving dialysis) or
• Liver disease (including cirrhosis) or
• Liver enzymes, persistently elevated—Should not be used in patients with these conditions.

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.