Fenofibrate User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Blue...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2017

For Hypertriglyceridemia "Extreme sickness while taking over 2 months I had no idea it was making me sick. I am diabetic and was also on metoprolol. Shortness of breath, chest pains, extreme nausea, diarrhea, back burning, joint pain ,leg pain and twitching ,organ pain, high wbc count, hypoglycemia, insomnia and worst of all headaches. I just found out it was this after they almost sent me for a bone marrow biopsy. I was sure I was having a reaction. I stopped 3 days so far no problems anymore. Now just worried about damaged it caused.."

• Greg
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 16, 2018

For Hypertriglyceridemia "First month had some heavy side effects. Nausea being the worst, stomach pain, back pain, right shoulder pain (still there) most have subsided after second Month. Had triglycerides over 4000. Now at around 300 because of the medicine. Life saving for me. Though if you miss a dose or eat the wrong thing, you know it.. plus no alcohol ever again..sad but I can be alive to see my son grow up.. small price to pay to live"

• Adrian...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2018

For Hypertriglyceridemia "Great product. No side effects just don't take it without food in your stomach. Here my stats. 36 yo M. 175 cm and 185 lbs waist circumference 104 cm. Dyslilipedimia. High Cholesterol and Higher Tryglicerides. Took 2 months Triglycerides from 371 to 42, Cholesterol from 297 to 114 HDL From 42 to 23 LDL from 74 to 72 Lost 7 lbs. I stopped, eating pasta, rice, red meat and no beer. Side effects: Messed up with my liver enzymes which only I knew because of offshore medical check up. I stop taking it so I can get a FIT certificate."

• bcds
• July 14, 2008

"This new medicine has brought my triglycerides down from 800 to 300. So far I have no side effects. I have been taking it for 2 months. I tried Tri-cor and it never changed my triglyceride levels. This is a miracle drug."

• aaron
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2019

For Hypertriglyceridemia "just started this medication fenofibrate Triglycerides was 491 WITHOUT FASTING test. S/E very sleepy, shoulder pain, I suffer from panic disorder so not sure if the chest pain is from that or the medicine."

• Snook
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2019

For Hypertriglyceridemia "This is my second round with fenofibrate. Each time I developed muscle pain and weakness to the point it inhibited my exercise. My Creatine phosphokinase (CPK) levels are elevated. Fortunately my PCP listens to me. I convinced her that my exercise can be more beneficial than this drug for me. I feel like I’ve been in a brawl. I found it difficult just to get out of bed. I was only back on it for less than a month."

• Don
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2017

For Hypertriglyceridemia "Had triglycerides level of 460+. Took Fenofibrate 160mg(Mylan). Within a month, dropped to 132. I was 5'8", 182 pounds. Started eating less, dropping about a pound a week. Did not feel hungry. Side effects after 8 weeks of Fenofibrate experienced an SVT(Supraventricular Tachycardia) event. Trip to Emergency Room with heart beats per minute > 200 which lasted 3 hours. Given adensine IV. Continued Fenofibrate. Trip to cardiologist. Heart echo(ultrasound) found normal 60+ real old heart. In another 6 weeks had another SVT. Heart beat >180 beats per minute. Visited PCP and requested medicine change to Lipitor or Crestor which in addition to lower cholesterol may also work on triglycerides. YMMV. (Your milage may vary)"

• Wicked
• May 4, 2021

For Hyperlipoproteinemia "Well after blood work up revealed extremely high cholesterol I've been taking fenofibrate 54 mg for a month now and I'm a diabetic with a overly enlarged heart, and in renal kidney failure. After reading this anyone experiencing my serious health issues SHOULD NOT BE TAKING THIS STUFF. It could be fatal not to mention the side effects I'm dealing with loss of appetite, nausea bad, severe muscle n joint cramps, pain, weakness, always dizzy, lightheaded, the most irritating itching rash like you can't believe. I feel like things are crawling all over me. I literally have scars from scratching myself raw. Uugghh screw this I'm stopping immediately high cholesterol or not I can't take the shoulder pain and the dang rash, itching.Why this type of medication is being used with these type of severe side effects completely baffles me"

• Lisa
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2020

For Hypertriglyceridemia "I started taking fenofibrate and began to have breathing issues. It was during winter and I always get bronchitis, so thought nothing of it. I have a very good sense of smell but noticed that now I cannot smell anything. I have had a runny nose so bad that I started taking meds for that, but I’m congested at the same time. I have also had a nose bleeds for months and never had this before, ever. I didn’t realize that when I miss the medication, my nose issues stop. Today I looked up side affects and they are a lot to do with breathing and nasal. I will not be taking this anymore."

• waves...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 27, 2017

For Hypertriglyceridemia "I was prescribed this medicine to address high triglyceride and low HDL levels. In eight months of using fenofibrate and adjusting my diet, my total cholesterol went down 30%, my LDL went from 106 to 80, HDL went from 33 to 44, and my triglyceride numbers plummeted over 75% from 300 to 70. The side effect I experienced was a weight gain of 10 pounds within the first month and it stayed at that level for the eight month period. I did not experience any other side effect. Cost of medication with insurance is $15 a month."

• dgreen
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 11, 2024

For High Cholesterol "Started taking this for osteoarthritis on advice from my pain doctor. My primary wanted me to try another statin, but the last one gave me terrible joint pain. I have had 0 side effects and it lowered my LDL from 75 to 59. That's a whopping 30% reduction which is better than some statins. It also lowered my triglycerides 50%. I know most people only get a 10% reduction, but I read research that indicated those with normal triglycerides can get a 20% or more lowering of LDL with this med. I am very happy with the results. Helped me reach my LDL target without a statin."

• Neiko...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2018

For Hyperlipoproteinemia "Was put on Fenafibrate by my Dr and 12 days later I had to stop due to extreme fatigue, rash on hands and arms, pain in upper right chest, felt tired all the time. It did not seem to agree with me, so I'm back to square one"

• mice
• April 11, 2015

Lipofen (fenofibrate) for Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IIa, Elevated LDL "changed from Lipitor to Lipofen. My LDL was controlled, trigs was also good. Best result is my HDL which was always below 40 for years increased to 48. Have some concern about increase in creatine level."

• Teaxe...
• May 26, 2020

For Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IIa, Elevated LDL "My doctor prescribed Fenofibrate for me almost a month ago to help lower my bad LDL Cholesterol. To be totally honest I've haven't experienced any side effects, and it have been almost a month now. I'm not doubting anyone's comments on this medication. But me, " personally" I've haven't had any problems at all. I do hope that your doctor's finds the right medication to work perfectly with getting you on the right meds..."

• Greggl
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2018

TriCor (fenofibrate) for Hypertriglyceridemia "This drug has helped me in a month go from 432 on my triglycerides to 339. Had slight side effects (minor nausea and constipation), how ever the slight side effects don't nearly come close to the health benefits I'm relieving.. has also lower my blood sugar 50-75 points on average. I went from possibly going into the ICU to be in no immediate danger in a month or less time.."

• btm
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2018

For Hyperlipoproteinemia "I have been taking this med for appr 3 months after trying statins, which I was unable to tolerate. My total cholesterol dropped to almost normal, and my HDL, LDL, and triglycerides were all down to acceptable levels. This has worked fantastic with almost no side effects. The only effect that may be from this med (and could be from one of my other meds) is occasional headaches."

• Sharon
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 20, 2018

"My triglyceride was high so my doctor put me on this medicine 145 mg fenofibrate. I have been taking it for 28 days now. I noticed I am very tired and weak as well as pains in my feet, shoulders, headache and chest. I was on Simvastatin before which never bother me. I am going to stop this medicine and contact my doctor."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2023

For Hypertriglyceridemia "I took fenofibrate for about 35 days. I noticed my feet swelling and had trouble walking due to pain in my knees after 3 weeks of taking it. During the last week of taking it, I had swelling in my elbow to the point of not being able to raise my arm above chest level. My doctor did NOT mention any side effects nor did the pharmacist. I notified my doctor’s office that I had stopped taking it, no return phone calls. A week later my wife called and the nurse said I should be in the hospital because I couldn’t walk more than 20 foot with the help of crutches. It’s been about 3 months and I have noticed the swelling along with pain in my feet, ankles, and knees seem to cycle every week or so. Use of this drug should include a list of side effects and precautions. I am changing to a new doctor."

• jeff
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 27, 2021

For Hypertriglyceridemia "I have familial super high triglicerides ( over 1200) and 400 cholesterol. I am 5'10" and 170( 42chest 31 waist). I have been on meds for this for 30 years (age 62). Been taking Fenofibrate for about 10 years. Tri readings 100, Chol 150 with great Hdl/LDL. No side effects."

• Jwright
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 22, 2016

For Hypertriglyceridemia "Was placed on this for Hypercholesterolemia, incidentally my triglycerides were high as well. Can't really say if this has helped or not. I suspect another medication, Abilify, was responsible for the Hypercholesterolemia and high triglycerides. I quit the Abilify and the last time I had my levels checked I was told I was normal. Again, can't say if this has helped...can't say it hasn't."

• SFA
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 9, 2023

TriCor (fenofibrate) for Hypertriglyceridemia "Tricor did nothing for me alone which is 145mg of fenofibrate. After taking Vascepa alone and having some success, the doctor added 160 mg of fenofibrate and I said I would try it to appease him. It actually did help to lower my triglycerides significantly."

• Dinah
• January 3, 2022

For Hypertriglyceridemia "Took this for 2 days. Horrible cramps in my stomach and my back. Bloating and diarrhea. I have colitis so I am very sensitive to medicine. So I will be trying the natural way and increase my brown rice, eat more salmon, oatmeal etc and see if that helps."

• Anonymous
• December 8, 2009

TriCor (fenofibrate) for Hyperlipoproteinemia "The side effects were intolerable. It caused esophageal reflux and melena."

• SueZD
• July 27, 2011

For Hypertriglyceridemia "I took Fenofibrate for exactly 12 days and then stopped taking it, as it caused severe leg cramping in my thighs and calves that left them sore and aching for the next 2 days. "

• green...
• December 24, 2012

TriCor (fenofibrate) for Hypertriglyceridemia "I can't tolerate statins. I have hypercholesterolemia and high triglycerides. I have taken Tricor with no side effects. "