Fibrates- Tricor

Posted on August 10, 2016 | Posted by

  • Increase HDL, decrease triglycerides, improve LDL particle size, is anti-inflammatory, and stabilizes the endothelium
  • Reduce the death rate from vascular disease, especially in those with insulin resistance; up to a 71% reduction
  • Beneficial if HDL remains low and triglycerides high despite statin therapy