NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What class of drug is Fenofibrate (Antara, Tricor, Trilipix) a part of?

Fibrates
Niacin
Fish Oils
PCSK9 inhibitors

The correct answer is: Fibrates

Fenofibrate, also known by its brand names Antara, Tricor, and Trilipix, belongs to the class of drugs known as fibrates. Fibrates are medications used to lower cholesterol levels and are particularly effective at reducing triglyceride levels. Niacin and Fish Oils, while also used to lower cholesterol, belong to different classes of drugs. Niacin is a B vitamin and Fish Oils are a type of omega-3 fatty acid. PCSK9 inhibitors are a newer class of cholesterol-lowering drugs and are not related to fibrates.