How To Lower Triglycerides

Turn To Medication

If lifestyle and diet changes haven't had a significant enough impact on an individual's triglyceride levels, they can turn to medication to help. There are a few different medications that can lower triglycerides, both on a quick basis and on a more long-lasting level. Fibrates and nicotinic acid can both lower triglyceride levels. If individuals take high omega-3 doses, this can have a marked impact on their triglycerides levels, but high doses should always be taken with a doctor's supervision. There are prescription-level omega-3 medications. Depending on a patient's health needs, a doctor might also prescribe a statin medication to lower a patient's overall cholesterol levels and improve cardiovascular health. Prescription-strength nicotinic acid is vitamin B3 given in high and concentrated doses. Meanwhile, fibrates lower the body's production of triglycerides and boost 'good' cholesterol.