Fenofibrate — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Fenofibrate (Tricor, Fenoglide)
Drug Class: Fibrate (cholesterol medication)
Lipid-lowering medication that reduces triglycerides and raises HDL cholesterol. Often used for high triglycerides.
Nutrients That Fenofibrate May Deplete
Long-term use of Fenofibrate is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- CoQ10
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin B12
- Zinc
- Copper
Common Side Effects of Fenofibrate
- Muscle pain
- Stomach upset
- Liver enzyme elevation
- Gallstones
- Rash
Key Drug Interactions — Fenofibrate
Fenofibrate has 4 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Statins (increased rhabdomyolysis risk)
- Warfarin
- Cyclosporine
- Bile acid sequestrants
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fenofibrate deplete nutrients?
Yes. Fenofibrate has been associated with depletion of CoQ10, Vitamin E, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Copper based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Fenofibrate deplete?
Fenofibrate is associated with lower levels of: CoQ10, Vitamin E, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Copper. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Fenofibrate?
Common side effects associated with Fenofibrate include: Muscle pain; Stomach upset; Liver enzyme elevation; Gallstones; Rash.