f; non-micronized only
We must take micronized fenofibrates & Fenofibric Acid with food. T/F?
antara, tricor
What are the micronized fibrates? (2)
trilipix
What is Fenofibric acid brand name?
GFR < 60ml/min = <600 mg daily
Renally adjusted dosing for Gemfibrozil?
CrCL < 50ml/min= low dose
Renally adjusted dosing for Fenofibrate ?
b
Which is the Prescription formulation?
a) nicotinamide
b) niaspan ER
c) niacin-immediate release/sustained release
a
Which is the OTC we DON'T recommend?
a) nicotinamide
b) niaspan ER
c) niacin-immediate release/sustained release
TG, 1-4 days; 3-5 weeks for LDL
How long does it take to see affects on a Patient's TG & LDL
when taking Niacin?
take aspirin 30 min prior (flushing), use Rx formulation, take with food
How can we combat AE's with Niacin?
evaluate LFT's & avoid OTC sustained-release products
How do we monitor Niacin?
175-499
What is the TG range for Hypertriglyceridemia?
fibrate therapy; acute pancreatitis
If TG > 500 mg/dl, we can begin ________ to prevent _______.
Icosapent ethyl, fibrate, niacin
TG lowering agents? (3)