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High Cholesterol

Does Arimidex Cause High Triglyceride Levels?

    Question

    Asked by vikinyc

    Does Arimidex Cause High Triglyceride Levels?

    I've been taking Arimidex for 3 months and my triglyceride levels have gone from 75 to 226. Could this be from the Arimidex?

    Thank you,

    V. Smith

    Answer

    Hi V. Smith,

    I double checked, but I could not find documentation of a direct link between Arimidex and elevated triglycerides. I wouldn't rule it out as a possibility though. Here is a post I recommend you review to make sure you have made no other diet/lifestyle changes that have affected your triglyceride levels.

    Triglycerides: Why They Matter and How to Lower Them

    If you have made no other changes I recommend doing some "trial and error" with your physician. By this I mean discuss discontinuing the medication and monitor your triglycerides to see if they decrease when the medication is stopped.

    All the best,

    Lisa Nelson RD

    How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps

    Answered by Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
    You should know: The answer above provides general health information that is not intended to replace medical advice or treatment recommendations from a qualified healthcare professional.