Best Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor alpha Agonist for hypertriglyceridemia
Top-rated pick: Gemfibrozil — pharmaranks score 70/100, the highest of the 3 Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor alpha Agonist drugs used for hypertriglyceridemia, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for hypertriglyceridemia or the full Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor alpha Agonist class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 3 peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist drugs we rate for hypertriglyceridemia, all are available as lower-cost generics, and most are tablet. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for hypertriglyceridemia; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
Other drug classes for hypertriglyceridemia
Top peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist for hypertriglyceridemia: 1. Gemfibrozil · 2. Lopid · 3. Lipofen
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70/100 | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $3 | View → | |
| 2 | 64/100 | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $3 | View → | |
| 3 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Capsule | Generic | $3 | View → |
Full ranking · 3 drugs
gemfibrozil
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Gemfibrozil is a peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist used to treat Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia.
Pharmacy pays
~$3.09 /30
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lopid
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Lopid (Gemfibrozil) is a peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist used to treat Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia.
Pharmacy pays
~$3.09 /30
Save up to 10% in classlipofen
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Lipofen (Fenofibrate) is a peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist used to treat Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$2.48/30· 8 forms Save up to 20% in classFrequently asked
- What is the best peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist for hypertriglyceridemia?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — gemfibrozil ranks highest among Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor alpha Agonist drugs used for hypertriglyceridemia. Always consult a professional.
- Which peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha agonist drugs treat hypertriglyceridemia?
- pharmaranks lists 3 Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor alpha Agonist products used for hypertriglyceridemia, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.