Lipidil® Tablets for High Triglycerides

Fenofibrate is a prescription lipid-lowering medicine for high triglycerides and mixed dyslipidemia. This page explains how it works, who may benefit, and how to access it with US delivery from Canada even if you pay without insurance. We carry Fenofibrate tablets in common strengths.

What Lipidil Is and How It Works

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing.

Lipidil® is a brand name for fenofibrate, a fibric acid derivative. This treatment activates PPAR-alpha receptors in the liver and muscle. Activation helps reduce very-low-density lipoproteins and triglycerides while modestly increasing HDL cholesterol. It can also shift LDL particle size. Effects depend on your baseline profile and adherence to diet and exercise.

Fenofibrate is used as an adjunct to healthy eating patterns. It is not a substitute for lifestyle changes. Your clinician may recommend regular lipid panels to evaluate response and safety.

Many patients use this class when triglycerides remain elevated despite diet changes. Others may receive it alongside a statin when mixed dyslipidemia is present and the prescriber judges the benefits to outweigh risks.

Who It’s For

This medicine is indicated for adults with primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia as an adjunct to diet, and for adults with severe hypertriglyceridemia. It is not approved for pediatric use in most regions. People with active liver disease, severe kidney impairment, or preexisting gallbladder disease should avoid it. Anyone with a history of hypersensitivity to fenofibrate should not use it.

If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, discuss safer options. Patients with a history of pancreatitis or unexplained persistent liver enzyme elevations require careful evaluation before use.

Dosage and Usage

Follow your prescriber’s instructions and the product label. Most modern formulations are taken once daily, with or without food depending on the specific product. Swallow tablets whole with water. Consistency matters; take it at the same time each day. If your clinician also prescribes a bile acid sequestrant, take fenofibrate at a different time to reduce binding in the gut.

Do not change your regimen without medical advice. Your healthcare professional may order periodic labs. Based on those results, they may adjust therapy or review other causes of dyslipidemia.

Some patients ask whether a Fenofibrate generic matches the brand. Approved generics must meet the same quality and bioequivalence standards as the reference medicine.

Strengths and Forms

Availability can vary by market and manufacturer. Common presentations include oral tablets in these strengths:

• 48 mg and 54 mg tablets
• 145 mg and 160 mg tablets
• Other formulations exist in some regions, including choline salt versions

Your prescriber will select a form based on your lipid profile, kidney function, and regional labeling. Not every strength is stocked at all times.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it when you remember the same day. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double up. Building a routine, such as pairing your dose with a daily habit, can help consistency.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store at room temperature away from excess heat and moisture. Keep tablets in the original, child-resistant container. Do not use damaged or expired medicine. For travel, carry your prescription label and a copy of your medication list. Pack tablets in your carry-on and keep them dry. If you cross time zones, maintain the same interval between doses and ask your clinician if you are unsure.

Benefits

This therapy can lower triglycerides and can raise HDL in many users. It may help reduce non-HDL cholesterol when diet alone is not enough. Once-daily dosing and widely available generics can support long-term adherence. Your clinician may combine it with other lipid-lowering agents when appropriate.

Side Effects and Safety

• Digestive upset, nausea, or abdominal pain
• Headache or dizziness
• Back pain or joint discomfort
• Elevated liver enzymes on lab tests
• Rash or mild skin reactions

Serious effects are uncommon but can include myopathy or rhabdomyolysis, especially when combined with a statin in susceptible patients. Rare risks include pancreatitis, gallstones, liver injury, and kidney effects. Report unexplained muscle pain, dark urine, severe stomach pain, or yellowing of the skin. Your prescriber may monitor liver function, kidney function, and lipids at regular intervals.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines and supplements you take. Important interactions include warfarin and other coumarin anticoagulants, certain statins, cyclosporine, and bile acid sequestrants. Colchicine coadministration may increase muscle-related risks. Alcohol excess can worsen liver stress. Use caution if you have a history of gallbladder disease. Routine labs help detect problems early.

For related conditions and context, see our resources on High Triglycerides, Mixed Dyslipidemia, and High Cholesterol.

What to Expect Over Time

Your clinician may recheck your lipid panel after a period on therapy to assess response. Many people see changes in triglycerides and HDL with steady use and diet changes. Stay on your plan unless your prescriber advises otherwise. If results are not as expected, your clinician may look for secondary causes or consider combination therapy. Continue lifestyle measures, including heart-healthy eating patterns and physical activity as advised.

For background reading on metabolic health, explore Wegovy And Cholesterol and Treat Insulin Resistance.

Compare With Alternatives

Some patients use other fenofibrate brands, including Triglide fenofibrate, based on regional availability and prescriber guidance. When LDL lowering is the priority, a statin such as Rosuvastatin Calcium is often considered first-line. For patients who need additional LDL reduction beyond statins, a PCSK9 option like Praluent may be suitable. Your prescriber will individualize therapy based on your risks and goals.

Pricing and Access

We list current options so you can compare Fenofibrate price across strengths without guesswork. Orders are fulfilled with US shipping from Canada through licensed partners. You can review options, upload your prescription, and complete a secure, encrypted checkout. For category context, visit Cardiovascular. If you are looking for seasonal deals, see our Promotions page.

Availability and Substitutions

Stock can vary by strength and manufacturer. If a selection is not available, your prescriber may recommend a therapeutically appropriate alternative or a different formulation. Ask whether a Fenofibrate coupon or a comparable site promotion could help at checkout. Keep in mind that availability is subject to change based on supply.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This medicine suits adults whose triglycerides remain high after diet changes, or those with mixed dyslipidemia needing additional therapy. It may not be right for people with severe kidney disease, active liver disease, gallbladder disease, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Ask your clinician about lab monitoring before and during treatment.

To lower out-of-pocket costs, consider multi-month fills when appropriate, set refill reminders, and compare generic options. If you pay cash, check the Fenofibrate cash price across available strengths to plan your budget. You can also review the country-of-origin attribute for context: see Canada.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Lipid goals: What targets are reasonable for my profile?
• Combination therapy: Should I use this with a statin or omega‑3?
• Safety checks: How often will labs for liver and kidney function be done?
• Interactions: Do my current medicines raise muscle or bleeding risks?
• Diet and activity: What lifestyle plan best supports this therapy?
• Duration: How long should I continue before reassessing?

Authoritative Sources

DailyMed: Fenofibrate Prescribing Information

Health Canada Drug Product Database

FDA Label: Triglide (Fenofibrate)

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