Brilinta and Fibricor

• Generic Name: ticagrelor
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Brilinta

Brilinta (ticagrelor) prevents platelets in your blood from sticking together to form an unwanted blood clot that could block an artery.

Brilinta is used together with aspirin to lower your risk of having a stroke, serious heart problems, or death after you've had a heart attack or severe chest pain (angina). It is also used to prevent blood clots in people that have had a stent placed in their heart.

Brilinta may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: fenofibric acid
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Fibricor, Trilipix

Fibricor helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides (fatty acids) in the blood. High levels of these types of fat in the blood are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).

Fibricor is sometimes given together with other cholesterol-lowering medications.

Fibricor may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.