Trifeno 200 mg Capsule

Trifeno 200 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that contains 200 mg of fenofibrate in each capsule. Fenofibrate is a fibrate medicine used to help lower high triglycerides and, in some patients, raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Trifeno 200 mg Capsule may also be used as part of a broader plan to reduce the risk linked with severe blood fat problems when diet and other measures are not enough.

How it works: Fenofibrate works by activating a natural pathway in the body that helps break down fats in the blood more efficiently. In capsule form, Trifeno 200 mg Capsule provides this medicine in a swallowable dose that is absorbed after you take it, helping lower triglycerides over time.

Trifeno 200 mg Capsule is a higher-strength fenofibrate capsule, so it is generally used only when a clinician has decided that this dose is appropriate for the patient’s lipid levels and overall health. Compared with lower-strength fenofibrate products, the 200 mg capsule delivers a larger daily amount in one capsule, which can simplify dosing for some patients but also makes careful medical selection more important.

• High triglycerides
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• Low HDL cholesterol
• Adjunct to diet and lifestyle changes
• Blood fat management when prescribed by a clinician

• Swallow Trifeno 200 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, open, or chew it unless your prescriber specifically tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly as directed on your prescription label, usually once daily for many patients, but follow your doctor’s instructions for your case.
• Taking fenofibrate with food may improve absorption for some products, so follow the directions on your prescription and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.
• Try to take Trifeno 200 mg Capsule at the same time each day to help you remember doses.
• Keep following your cholesterol-lowering diet, exercise plan, and other lifestyle changes while taking this capsule.

Each Trifeno 200 mg Capsule provides 200 mg of fenofibrate. The dosing schedule can vary by patient, but it is commonly taken once daily; the maximum daily amount depends on the specific fenofibrate product and the patient’s kidney, liver, and overall health, so your doctor must decide the correct dose for you.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Fenofibrate may include:

• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Back pain
• Mild increase in liver tests
• Muscle aches or weakness, which may be more concerning at higher doses or in sensitive patients

• Do not use Trifeno 200 mg Capsule if you have active liver disease or unexplained persistent liver problems unless your prescriber says it is appropriate.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because fenofibrate dosing and safety may change with reduced kidney function.
• Report any muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if you also take a statin or have a history of muscle problems.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, since alcohol can worsen triglycerides and increase liver risk.
• Use caution if you have gallbladder disease or a history of pancreatitis.
• Your doctor may order blood tests to monitor liver function, kidney function, and lipid levels during treatment.
• This is a higher-strength fenofibrate capsule, so do not change the dose or take extra capsules on your own.

• Statins such as atorvastatin, simvastatin, or rosuvastatin may increase the risk of muscle problems when used with fenofibrate.
• Blood thinners such as warfarin may have stronger effects and require closer monitoring.
• Bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine or colesevelam can reduce absorption if taken too close together.
• Cyclosporine may raise the risk of kidney-related side effects.
• Other medicines that can affect the kidneys or muscles may increase the chance of adverse effects.

Store Trifeno 200 mg Capsule in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.