Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License Practice Test

Fenofibrate is primarily used to manage which health issue?

1. Hypertension

2. High cholesterol

3. Diabetes

4. Osteoporosis

The correct answer is: High cholesterol

Fenofibrate is primarily used to manage high cholesterol, particularly to lower triglyceride levels and increase high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in patients with dyslipidemia. It belongs to a class of medications known as fibrates, which work by activating peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), leading to a reduction in the production of triglycerides and an increase in the breakdown of fats. This helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases associated with high cholesterol levels. While other conditions listed, such as hypertension, diabetes, and osteoporosis, are important in patient management, fenofibrate specifically targets lipid levels and is not indicated for direct treatment of these other conditions. Thus, it is primarily recognized and prescribed for high cholesterol management.