Cholesterol is being associated with
many life-taking diseases. When we talked about cholesterol we tend to think of
it in a negative perspective. However, cholesterol has many important and vital
roles to play in the equilibrium of our body system. It plays a significant
responsibility in maintaining the cell waterproof. It also plays vital role in
memory development. Different hormones in our brain perform its function with
the use of the cholesterol. Low level of cholesterol in the brain affect the
brain’s transmission of nerve signals. It is a strong source of antioxidants.
Vitamin D is well absorbed in the body with the help of cholesterol because as
we all know vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin. We are all aware of the fact
that anything out of balance, meaning anything way low or too low, or anything
high or too high is bad for our health in general. This dilemma can lead to
various cholesterol related diseases.
Tricor is the trademark or brand name
that is highly used in treating cholesterol-related diseases or conditions. The
generic name of Tricor is fenofibrate. This drug functions by means of reducing
the cholesterol level in the blood. As cholesterol level increases in the blood
stream it is more likely to clog the arteries, eventually blocking the normal
flow of blood in the body. Hypercholesterolemia and high triglycerides are
often associated with the increase in cholesterol. This drug helps lower the
elevation of triglycerides. It is also important to have a low cholesterol diet
while on this therapy to supplement the efficacy of the drug. It is important
to follow the prescription of the health care provider in regards to the usage
of Tricor. Alcohol intake should be avoided while the patient in undergoing
this therapy. Prompt your health care provider before taking the drug
especially if you have disease in the gallbladder such as cholecystitis,
choledocholithiasis, liver disease such as cirrhosis, diabetes of any form, and
diseases in the kidney.
There are two strength of Tricor. The
first is the 45 mg color yellow tablet and the other is the 145 mg white
tablet. Reported side effects of this drug are feeling sick, headache, lack of
strength, easy fatigability, nausea, constipation, allergic reaction, rash,
redness or swelling of the extremity, pain in various parts of the body. It is
important or suggested that you will take a glass of water after taking the
medicine. Blood test should also be conducted regularly to track down the
efficacy of this treatment. It was observed that patient under Tricor therapy
sometimes felt dizzy, depressed, decrease urge to perform sexual activity,
muscle pain, hair loss, appearance of pimples, diaphoresis, pain in the ears,
as well as vaginal moniliasis.
If it happens that you forgot to take
your Tricor medication it is advice to take the medication as soon as you
remember. If in case of overdose, call your health care provider immediately.
Store the drug away from light and moisture. Discard the medicine as directed in
the medicine pamphlet to avoid any problem.
