Generic Tricor

Tricor is known as Lipidil Supra. It may appear different, but it contains the same active ingredient (fenofibrate) in a microcoated formulation.

Proper Use of the Medicine:

• Lipidil Supra should be taken with meals, as directed by your doctor.
• It is particularly important to follow this advice because fenofibrate is less well absorbed and hence less effective when not taken with food.
• Your doctor will ask you to have regular medical check-ups and laboratory tests. It is important to respect the dates proposed: we strongly recommend that you keep faithfully these appointments.
• Inform your doctor of any health problem that occurs while you are taking Lipidil Supra as well as any prescription or nonprescription medicine. If you need other medical treatment let the doctor know that you are taking Lipidil Supra.
• Tell your doctor if you feel in any way unwell while taking Lipidil Supra (see Unwanted Effects).
• Safety of use in children and young adolescents has not been established with Lipidil Supra.
• The effects of Lipidil Supra in preventing heart attacks, atherosclerosis or heart disease are not yet known.
• Lipidil Supra is contraindicated during pregnancy. In the event of pregnancy during treatment, Lipidil Supra should be discontinued and the physician should be informed.
• It is not recommended to take Lipidil Supra while breast-feeding.

Possible Lipidil Supra Side Effects: In addition to its intended action, any medicine may cause unwanted effects. Unwanted effects may occur in certain patients. They may appear and disappear without involving any particular risk but if any unwanted effect persists or becomes bothersome you must let your doctor know without delay. Such unwanted effects may consist of abdominal pains, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, headache, dizziness, skin reactions, muscular pain or cramps, fatigue.

About Tricor Medine

Controlling high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. It is used in combination with a diet low in cholesterol and saturated fat.

Tricor is a lipid-lowering agent. It works by lowering elevated blood triglyceride levels by making the liver produce fewer triglycerides and increasing the elimination of triglycerides from the blood stream.

Use Tricor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

· Take Tricor by mouth with or without food.

· Swallow Tricor whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Do not take chipped or broken tablets.

· If you also take a bile acid-binding resin (eg, cholestyramine), do not take it within 4 to 6 hours before or 1 hour after taking Tricor . Check with your doctor if you have any questions.

· If you miss a dose of Tricor , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

· Tricor may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Tricor with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

· Follow the diet, exercise, and weight reduction program given to you by your health care provider.

· Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, blood cholesterol, and other blood tests, may be performed while you use Tricor . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.