LIPOFEN vs TRICOR (MICRONIZED)
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
72/100
Pharmacy pays
~$3.45 /30
~$3.45 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
FENOFIBRATE
FENOFIBRATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Capsule
Capsule
Drug class
Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor Alpha Agonist
Peroxisome Proliferator Receptor Alpha Agonist
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 20 hours — but that is the half-life of fenofibric acid, the active form, not of fenofibrate itself
about 20 hours — but that is the half-life of fenofibric acid, the active form, not of fenofibrate itself
Treats
Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias
Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Lipofen or Tricor (Micronized)?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $3.45 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Lipofen and Tricor (Micronized)?
Both Lipofen and Tricor (Micronized) share the active ingredient Fenofibrate.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.