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Why might ciprofibrate be prescribed instead of a statin?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

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It is licensed for mixed hyperlipidaemia when a statin is contraindicated or not tolerated, and for severe hypertriglyceridaemia alongside lifestyle measures.

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