Ingredient

Fenofibrate

Fenofibrate is an ingredient used to improve blood lipid levels for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis.

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MFDS ingredient code M051799

What does it do?

Fenofibrate is a lipid regulator that lowers blood triglyceride and bad cholesterol levels while increasing good cholesterol levels. It is primarily used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases associated with atherosclerosis. Its purpose is to improve vascular health by reducing fat accumulation in the blood vessels.

Fenofibrate promotes the breakdown and removal of fats by activating specific receptors in the liver and adipose tissue. This lowers blood triglyceride and bad cholesterol levels while increasing good cholesterol levels, reducing fat accumulation in the blood vessels. Consequently, it slows the progression of atherosclerosis and decreases the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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Good to know

Unlike other lipid-lowering agents such as statins, fenofibrate is primarily effective in reducing triglycerides. Additionally, fenofibrate selectively activates PPARα receptors, differentiating it in its role of regulating lipid metabolism. This specialized action makes it suitable for the treatment of specific lipid abnormalities.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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