SKU	420
Generic For	Tricor
Strength	160mg
Manufacturer	USV
Active Ingredient	Fenofibrate

Product Description

Lipicard 160mg (Fenofibrate) – Affordable Tricor Alternative

Lipicard 160 mg tablets contain Fenofibrate, a drug of the fibrate class used in combination with statins to treat hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia. Lipicard is mainly used to reduce cholesterol levels in patients at high risk of heart disease. Like other fibrates, it reduces both low-density lipoprotein and very low-density protein, as well as increasing high-density lipoproteins levels and reducing triglycerides levels.

What is Lipicard 160 mg used for?

Lipicard along with diet is used:

To reduce elevated Apo-B, LDL-C, TG, Total C and to increase HDL-C in adult patients with mixed dyslipidemia and primary hypercholesterolemia
To treat adult patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia

How does Lipicard 160 mg work?

Lipicard contains Fenofibrate, which belongs to a group of drugs known as fibrates. Fenofibrate lowers lipid levels by activating peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPARα). PPARα activates lipoprotein lipase and reduces apoprotein CIII, which increases lipolysis and eradication of triglyceride-rich particles from plasma.

PPARα also increases apoproteins AI and AII, reduces very low-density lipoprotein and low-density lipoprotein containing apoprotein B and increases high-density lipoprotein containing apoprotein AI and AII.

What are the different doses of Lipicard?

Lipicard tablets are available to order online from premiumrxdrugs.com in the doses of 160 mg and 200 mg. Buy Lipicard 160 mg online at a much lower price.

What does Lipicard 160 mg contain?

Each Lipicard tablet contains the active ingredient Fenofibrate, which is one one of the most commonly prescribed medicine among fibrates, and has a well known tolerability and efficacy profile.

Effects of alcohol on Lipicard 160 mg

Avoid consuming alcohol as it can increase the level of triglyceride in the blood, and may also damage your liver while you are taking Lipicard tablets.

Precautions

What are the interactions of Lipicard 160 mg?

Inform your physician about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Taking Lipicard tablets with certain other medicines may cause certain adverse reactions. Taking these tablets with other medicines can cause serious side effects.

Especially, tell your physician if you take:

Tenormin
Propranolol
Hormonal contraceptives
Tacrolimus
Metoprolol
Diuretics (water pills)
Other cholesterol lowering drugs
A blood thinner (warfarin, Jantoven, and Coumadin)
Labetalol
Nadolol
Cyclosporine
Cholesterol-lowering drugs
Cancer drugs
Steroids
Medicines to prevent organ transplant rejection.

Ask your physician for a complete list of these drugs, if you are not sure.

Know the medicines you take. Always keep a list of these to show your physician when you get a new medicine.

When should Lipicard 160 mg not be used?

It should not be used in:

Patients with active liver disease
Patients with severe renal dysfunction, including patient receiving dialysis
Patients with known hypersensitivity to Fenofibrate
Nursing mothers

Dosage Instructions

Side Effects

What are the side effects of Lipicard 160 mg?

Tell your physician if you do not feel well while you are taking Lipicard.

Lipicard helps most people with hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia, but as with all drugs, it may have unwanted side effects. All drugs can have side effects. Sometimes they are severe, most of the time they are not. You may need medical treatment if you get some of the side effects.

Do not get alarmed by the following lists of adverse effects. You may or may not experience all of them. Tell your physician if you observe any of the following and they worry you.

Runny or stuffy nose
Back pain
Mild stomach pain
Stomach pain
Unusual bleeding
Rash
Chest pain
Blistering or peeling of the skin
Weakness
Coughing up blood
Weakness
Pain in one or both legs
Vomiting
Abnormal bleeding
Nausea

How to Use

How should Lipicard be taken?

For hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia: The recommended dosage is 120 mg daily.
For severe hypertriglyceridemia: The recommended dosage is 40 to 120 mg daily. Your physician will adjust your dose according to your condition and response to current dosage.
For patients with renal impairment: The recommended initial dosage is 40 mg daily. The dose of the drug should be increased according to the effect on renal function.
To increase absorption of Lipicard, take it with food.
The dosage regimen may differ from the information contained in this document. In the case of any confusion, please consult your physician.

Missed dose of Lipicard 160 mg

If you have forgotten a dose, take it as soon you remember and go back to your usual dosing schedule. If the time to take the next dose is near, leave the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to compensate the forgotten one.

How should Lipicard 160 mg be stored?

Store it at room temperature.
Keep the tablets in its original packet until it is time to take them.
Do not store it or any other medicine in the bathroom or near a sink. Also, do not leave your tablets on a windowsill or in the car. Heat and dampness can destroy some drugs.
Keep the medicine where children cannot reach.

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FAQ

What is fenofibrate 160mg (Lipicard) used for?

Lipicard 160mg contains fenofibrate, a fibric acid derivative prescribed to reduce elevated triglycerides and raise HDL (good) cholesterol in patients with mixed dyslipidaemia or severe hypertriglyceridaemia. It is used alongside dietary management when lifestyle changes alone are insufficient. Fenofibrate may also modestly lower LDL cholesterol. In diabetic patients, it helps address the characteristic lipid abnormality of high triglycerides and low HDL that increases cardiovascular risk.

How does fenofibrate lower triglycerides and improve cholesterol?

Fenofibrate activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPAR-alpha), a nuclear receptor that regulates lipid metabolism genes. This activation increases lipoprotein lipase production (which breaks down triglyceride-rich VLDL), reduces apolipoprotein CIII (which normally inhibits triglyceride clearance), and raises HDL by upregulating apolipoprotein A-I and A-II synthesis. The result is a 40–60% reduction in triglycerides and a 10–20% rise in HDL cholesterol.

When and how should Lipicard 160mg be taken?

Lipicard 160mg is taken once daily, typically with the main meal of the day — eating with food enhances fenofibrate absorption significantly and improves tolerability. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Consistent daily timing helps maintain therapeutic drug levels. Blood lipid tests are recommended 4–8 weeks after starting fenofibrate to assess response, and annually thereafter to confirm ongoing benefit.

How long does fenofibrate take to reduce triglyceride levels?

Fenofibrate begins reducing triglyceride levels within the first 1–2 weeks of daily use. A measurable reduction is typically visible on a lipid panel at 4–8 weeks. Maximum triglyceride-lowering effect is usually achieved within 2–3 months of consistent daily dosing. The HDL-raising effect develops more gradually. Patients with very high baseline triglycerides often see the most dramatic responses.

Is fenofibrate safe to use alongside a statin?

Fenofibrate is generally considered safer to use with statins than gemfibrozil — the risk of statin-induced myopathy is significantly lower with fenofibrate. However, the combination still carries a slightly elevated muscle risk, and creatine kinase (CK) monitoring is advised if muscle symptoms develop. Renal function should also be monitored, as both drugs can affect kidney function, particularly in patients with diabetes or pre-existing renal impairment.

Can fenofibrate cause gallstones?

Yes — fenofibrate increases biliary cholesterol secretion, which can raise the risk of cholesterol gallstone formation. Patients with a history of gallbladder disease, gallstones, or biliary obstruction should not use fenofibrate without careful specialist assessment. If you develop upper abdominal pain, nausea, or jaundice while on fenofibrate, inform your doctor promptly as these may indicate gallbladder-related complications.

How does Lipicard 160mg compare to gemfibrozil 600mg?

Lipicard 160mg (fenofibrate) and gemfibrozil 600mg are both fibrates for triglyceride management, but fenofibrate is generally preferred when combined with a statin. Gemfibrozil inhibits statin metabolism via CYP2C8, significantly increasing myopathy risk with statin co-administration. Fenofibrate has minimal CYP interaction and a more favourable safety profile with statins. Fenofibrate is also more convenient with once-daily dosing vs. twice-daily for gemfibrozil.

Is Lipicard 160mg an equivalent of Tricor 145mg (fenofibrate)?

Lipicard 160mg and Tricor 145mg are both micronised or nanoparticle fenofibrate formulations with similar bioavailability. The slight dose difference (160 vs 145 mg) reflects different formulation technologies and is clinically equivalent. Both achieve comparable triglyceride reduction. Lipicard offers the same lipid-lowering benefit as Tricor at a significantly lower cost, making it a practical choice for long-term dyslipidaemia management.

Where can I purchase Lipicard 160mg online?

PremiumRxDrugs.com carries Lipicard 160mg with delivery to the USA, UK, Australia, and worldwide. The licensed pharmacy supplies genuine, manufacturer-sourced fenofibrate at prices significantly lower than branded Tricor. Free shipping on qualifying orders, discreet packaging, and easy prescription upload make managing long-term lipid therapy straightforward and affordable.

Can I order fenofibrate online from a licensed international pharmacy?

Yes. PremiumRxDrugs.com is a licensed pharmacy trusted for over a decade, serving patients in the USA, UK, Australia, and many other countries. We stock authentic fenofibrate tablets — including Lipicard — at competitive prices with discreet worldwide shipping and free shipping on qualifying orders. Our simple reorder system helps ensure your lipid management is never interrupted.

What are the common side effects of fenofibrate 160mg?

Fenofibrate is generally well-tolerated. Common side effects include abdominal pain, nausea, dyspepsia, and headache. Mildly elevated liver enzymes may occur and usually normalise. Muscle pain or weakness — particularly with statin co-administration — requires monitoring. Fenofibrate can raise serum creatinine (which is often a benign pharmacological effect rather than true renal injury), but this should be monitored in patients with kidney disease.

Who should not use fenofibrate, and what precautions apply?

Fenofibrate is contraindicated in severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min), active liver disease, gallbladder disease with gallstones, pre-existing pancreatitis, and known hypersensitivity. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are contraindications. Routine liver function and renal function tests every 6–12 months are recommended during long-term use. Patients taking warfarin may need more frequent INR monitoring, as fenofibrate can potentiate its anticoagulant effect.

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