Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors or pharmacists the following questions about fibrates:

1. How will fibrates help my cholesterol levels?
   
   
2. Am I a candidate for fibrate treatment?
   
   
3. If statins lower my cholesterol, what do fibrates do?
   
   
4. Can I take statins and fibrates at the same time?
   
   
5. Which fibrate drug is best for me?
   
   
6. What are the side effects associated with this drug?
   
   
7. Will the side effects eventually go away?
   
   
8. What symptoms indicate the need for immediate medical attention?
   
   
9. If this drug does not work, will you switch me to another fibrate?
   
   
10. If I lower my bad cholesterol, will I still need to take fibrates?
    
    
11. I have already had one heart attack, Will fibrates help prevent another?
    
    
12. Do fibrates interact with my other medications or supplements I am taking?
    
    
13. How will you monitor my progress?
    
    
14. How often will I need to have my cholesterol levels checked?