Generic name:fenofibrate (oral route) [ fen-oh-FYE-brate ]
Drug class:Fibric acid derivatives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 9, 2021.
The Lofibra brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Antara
- Fenoglide
- Lipofen
- Lofibra
- Tricor
- Triglide
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Capsule
Therapeutic Class: Antihyperlipidemic
Chemical Class: Fibric Acid
Uses for Lofibra
Fenofibrate is used together with a proper diet to reduce and treat high cholesterol and triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels in the blood. This may help prevent the development of pancreatitis (inflammation or swelling of the pancreas) caused by high levels of triglycerides in the blood.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Lofibra
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of fenofibrate in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fenofibrate in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more l...
