How Long Do Fibrates Take to Work?

It is very important to continue to follow your doctor's advice about diet and exercise. It may take up to 2 months before you get the full benefit of this medication.

How long does fenofibrate take to work?

Tricor (fenofibrate) will only work if you take it regularly. It can take up to two months before Tricor becomes beneficial. You may not feel any differently while you are taking it because high cholesterol and triglycerides do not usually make you feel ill.

What time of day is best to take fenofibrate?

You should take fenofibrate with food, so taking your doses during a mealtime is ideal. This is because fenofibrate is absorbed better by your body when there is some food in your stomach. Some people find it helps to swallow the tablet/capsule with a drink of water.