Tricor
Fenofibrate 160mg and 200mg tablets, used in the management of hypertriglyceridaemia and mixed dyslipidaemia. A PPAR-alpha agonist.
- Category
- Cholesterol Management
- Active ingredient
- Fenofibrate
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 160 · 200mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tricor on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Hypertriglyceridaemia · Dyslipidaemia
- Alternative names
- Lipantil; Supralip
- Therapeutic class
- Fibrate
- Pharmacological class
- PPAR-alpha agonist
- Contraindications
- severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment; gallbladder disease
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor liver enzymes; report unexplained muscle pain
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- rash; elevated liver enzymes
- Serious side effects
- rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- AbbVie
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- statins; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Patient summary
Fenofibrate 160mg and 200mg tablets, used in the management of hypertriglyceridaemia and mixed dyslipidaemia. A PPAR-alpha agonist.
Mechanism of action
Fenofibrate activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPAR-alpha), which increases the breakdown of triglycerides and lowers LDL cholesterol levels.
Tricor is a well-known brand of fenofibrate, a medication used to manage hypertriglyceridaemia and mixed dyslipidaemia. This active ingredient is also sold under alternative names such as Lipantil and Supralip. The medication is available in tablet form in strengths of 160mg and 200mg.
Buying Tricor online
For expats and residents living far from a well stocked pharmacy, ordering online provides consistent access to standard lipid management treatments. Generic fenofibrate, much of which is manufactured in India, remains a highly affordable alternative to the original brand, keeping therapy accessible for patients across the region.
Is the Tricor sold here the branded version?
No. Tricor is the originator brand name, made by AbbVie, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (fenofibrate) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Tricor?
It depends on the strength and pack. Tricor comes in 160 and 200mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Tricor sold under other names?
Other brands of fenofibrate include Lipantil and Supralip.
What conditions is Tricor used for?
Tricor contains fenofibrate, used for hypertriglyceridaemia and dyslipidaemia. Fenofibrate activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPAR-alpha), which increases the breakdown of triglycerides and lowers LDL cholesterol levels.
How long does Tricor take to work?
Fenofibrate usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. It varies from person to person.
What side effects can Tricor cause?
The common side effects of fenofibrate are nausea, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Less common ones include rash and elevated liver enzymes. Serious but less common side effects include rhabdomyolysis, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Tricor interact with?
Fenofibrate can interact with statins and warfarin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Tricor.
Can I buy Tricor over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand fenofibrate is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Tricor delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Tricor is the originator brand name, made by AbbVie. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with AbbVie and do not ship the original Tricor.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Fenofibrate) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.