Triglyceride Test (cont.)

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Medication

Fibrates (for example, gemfibrozil [Lopid] or fenofibrate [Tricor]) and niacin are medications that lower both cholesterol and triglycerides. The decision to use these medications depends upon a variety of factors including the patient's past medical history, other medications taken, and other risk factors for atherosclerosis that might be present. Medication use does not replace diet, exercise, and other healthy lifestyle choices.

REFERENCES:

Fauci, Anthony S., et al. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine. 17th ed. United States: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2008.

National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Cholesterol Education Program.
<http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/about/ncep/index.htm>


Last Editorial Review: 9/24/2010


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