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Can fenofibrate help diabetic retinopathy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Some UK specialist services use it off-label to slow diabetic retinopathy in people with type 2 diabetes. This is not a licensed UK indication and should be specialist-led.

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fenofibrate · Medicine question

Can fenofibrate help diabetic retinopathy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Some UK specialist services use it off-label to slow diabetic retinopathy in people with type 2 diabetes. This is not a licensed UK indication and should be specialist-led.

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NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance

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