You should not take fenofibrate if you have liver disease, gallbladder disease, severe kidney disease, or if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Fenofibrate can cause the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, or dark urine.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take fenofibrate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
severe kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
liver disease; or
gallbladder disease.
Do not breast-feed while using this medicine, and for at least 5 days after your last dose.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease;
liver disease; or
gallbladder problems.
Fenofibrate can cause the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. This happens more often in women, in older adults, or people who have kidney disease, diabetes, or poorly controlled hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Fenofibrate is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take fenofibrate?
Take fenofibrate exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.
Some brands of fenofibrate should be taken with meals to help your body better absorb the medicine. Other brands may be taken with or without food. Follow the directions on your medicine label.
Swallow the tablet or capsule whole and do not crush, chew, dissolve, or open it.
You may need frequent medical tests. Even if you have no symptoms, tests can help your doctor determine if this medicine is effective.
Fenofibrate is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet, exercise, weight control, and other medications. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
