TriCor® (fenofibrate) Tablets

Diet & exercise to lower cholesterol

Because the foods you eat and the exercise you complete directly affect your cholesterol levels, your doctor may recommend you add these to your everyday life.

low cholesterol diet; heart healthy fats and oils

Tips for healthy eating

Say NO to:

  • Saturated fat
    (in red meat)1
  • Trans fat
    (in store-bought cookies and crackers)1
  • Salt
    Control salt by cooking at home and choosing "reduced sodium" or "no salt added" foods.2
  • Processed meats
    (salami, bacon, etc.)2
 
cholesterol buildup in arteries; clogged artery

Say YES to:

  • Healthier fat sources, (Monounsaturated fat) like olive oil, avocados, nuts, and oily fish1
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables1
  • Plant protein (lentils, nuts, beans, etc.)2
  • Whole grain versions of breads and pastas1
  • Fish: salmon, mackerel, and halibut are full of omega-3 fatty acids2
  • Skim rather than whole milk2
  • Lean cuts of beef and pork2
  • Low-fat dairy products2
diet to unclog arteries; unclogged artery

Tips for being active3

high cholesterol exercise tips

Talk to your doctor about building a plan to manage your cholesterol

Work with your doctor and their team to address your high cholesterol. They can help you choose a low-cholesterol diet, exercise, and possibly medication to reduce the cholesterol-related risks.

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USES AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Uses for TriCor® (fenofibrate) Tablets4

  • TriCor should only be used when other measures, such as diet and exercise, have not been enough.
  • TriCor is a prescription medicine used along with diet in adults to lower triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL (bad) cholesterol, and to increase HDL (good) cholesterol.
  • TriCor is also used along with diet in adults to lower severely high triglycerides. Improving blood sugar control in certain people with diabetes may prevent the need for cholesterol drug therapy.
  • TriCor was not shown to reduce the risk of having heart problems in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Important Safety Information for TriCor4

  • TriCor should not be taken by people with liver, gallbladder, or severe kidney disease; nursing mothers; or those allergic to any product ingredient.
  • TriCor has not been shown to lower your risk of having heart problems or a stroke.
  • TriCor can cause serious liver injury, including liver transplantation and death. Tell your doctor if you have signs or symptoms of liver injury including dark urine, abnormal stool, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes), malaise (feeling of discomfort, illness, or uneasiness), abdominal pain, myalgia (muscle pain), weight loss, pruritus (itching), or nausea. Blood tests are needed before and during treatment with TriCor to check for liver problems.
  • TriCor can cause muscle problems. Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness may be a sign of a serious but rare muscle problem and should be reported to your healthcare provider right away. The risk of a serious muscle problem may be higher when TriCor is given with statins. If you take a statin tell your healthcare provider.
  • Some people require blood tests to check for kidney problems while taking TriCor.
  • TriCor may cause inflammation (swelling) of the gallbladder or pancreas. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting.
  • Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including all prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
  • TriCor may cause serious allergic-type reactions, blood clots, and possible changes in some blood test values.
  • If you are pregnant or may become pregnant, talk with your healthcare provider about TriCor. It is not known if TriCor will harm your unborn baby.
  • The most common side effects with TriCor include increases in liver or muscle enzymes measured by blood tests and congestion or allergy-like symptoms in the nose.

For more information, talk with your healthcare provider.

References: 1. Mayo Clinic. High cholesterol. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350806. Accessed June 22, 2021. 2. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 25 heart-healthy cooking tips. http://www.eatright.org/resource/food/planning-and-prep/cooking-tips-and-trends/heart-healthy-cooking-tips. Accessed June 21, 2021. 3. Cleveland Clinic. Cholesterol guide: exercise tips. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12111-cholesterol-guide-exercise-tips. Accessed June 21, 2021. 4. TriCor [package insert]. North Chicago, IL: AbbVie Inc.

Please see the full Prescribing Information for TriCor and discuss it with your doctor.

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USES AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Uses for TriCor® (fenofibrate) Tablets4

  • TriCor should only be used when other measures, such as diet and exercise, have not been enough.
  • TriCor is a prescription medicine used along with diet in adults to lower triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL (bad) cholesterol, and to increase HDL (good) cholesterol.
  • TriCor is also used along with diet in adults to lower severely high triglycerides. Improving blood sugar control in certain people with diabetes may prevent the need for cholesterol drug therapy.
  • TriCor was not shown to reduce the risk of having heart problems in patients with type 2 diabetes.