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Q: What are the side effects of Lipicard, or fenofibrate?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on October 13th, 2006

I am 38, working in BSNL, Mumbai. I have slight chest pain last week, our family doctor advised several tests such as ECG, Stress, Lipid profile, urine, sugar & CBC. Everything is normal except Lipid profile, my triglycerides are very high at 417(normal up to 170), HDL cholesterol is 39 (normal 30-70), and LDL cholesterol is again very high at 83 (normal up to 35). Our family Doctor prescribed Lipicard 160 MG for two months and asked me to repeat the test after two months., my question is, IS THERE ANY SIDE EFFECT of Lipicard 160 mg ? , if yes, what damage it will cause., please tell me if there is any side effects of Lipicard 160 Mg indeed. I am healthy and can burn out execess fat on treadmill and ab-coach and with controlled diet I will try to bring down cholesterol with out Lipicard 160 Mg.
Thanks.
Rajendra

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on October 17th, 2006

Anxiety & Stress Answer A1647

According to the laboratory results (increased LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides) you might consider to use an anti-hyperlipidemic because diet and physical activity may not be enough to normalize the blood lipids alone. Lipicard (fenofibrate) is a type of anti-hyperlipidemic drug used in cases like yours. The most common side effects from Lipicard are: gastrointestinal symptoms (gas, stomach pain, upset stomach, constipation, nausea, vomiting); common cold-like symptoms (runny nose, chills, fever, and sore throat); allergic reactions (skin rush); dizziness; fatigue, etc. When using fenofibrate, be aware also that there is increased risk of experiencing gallstones.

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