Drug reference
fenofibric acid
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Anti Hyperlipidemics)
Mechanism of action
Activates peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-alpha (PPAR-alpha); increases lipolysis and elimination of triglyceride-rich particles from plasma by activating lipoprotein lipase and reduces Apo CIII production (lipoprotein lipase inhibitor) Reduces TC, LDL-C, Apo B, TG, and VLDL; increases HDL-C, Apo AI, and Apo AII
Common side effects
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Nasopharyngitis
- Headache
- Nausea
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fenofibric acid?
fenofibric acid belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does fenofibric acid work?
Activates peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-alpha (PPAR-alpha); increases lipolysis and elimination of triglyceride-rich particles from plasma by activating lipoprotein lipase and reduces Apo CIII production (lipoprotein lipase inhibitor) Reduces TC, LDL-C, Apo B, TG, and VLDL; increases HDL-C, Apo AI, and Apo AII
What are the common side effects of fenofibric acid?
Upper respiratory tract infection, Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Nausea, Back pain, Diarrhea
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