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April 22, 2024
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Members discussing high cholesterol alongside PBC found that their doctors often weren't concerned or didn't prescribe treatment, creating... Read more

Members discussing high cholesterol alongside PBC found that their doctors often weren't concerned or didn't prescribe treatment, creating confusion about whether elevated cholesterol is simply part of the condition or requires intervention. Several members shared medications that worked well for them, including Fenofibrate (which also helped lower liver enzymes), Rosuvastatin, Caresyn, and Ezetimibe, with many reporting significant improvements in their numbers. A recurring theme was the importance of self-advocacy and asking doctors directly about treatment options, as well as combining medication with healthier eating habits like reducing carbs to achieve better results.

A myPBCteam Member

Sheila, i had researched this as my cholesterol was high as well. I found Fenofibrate and asked my gastroenterologist for a prescription. My cholesterol is fantastic now and numbers for my liver went from over a thousand to 265. But its something to discuss with your doctor.

April 22, 2024
A myPBCteam Member

My cholesterol level has not been an issue, but it is still considered a bit high. My doctor from UCLA put me on Fenofibrate (54 mg) which helped bring my liver numbers to about normal. Fenofibrate is a drug that works on the cholesterol levels but was found to help with PBC also. You could ask your doctor about it.

June 16, 2024
A myPBCteam Member

Mine was also high I’m on Rosuvastatin 10mg once a day. It has worked very well for me.

April 25, 2024
A myPBCteam Member

My cholesterol is high--but meds for it has NEVER been suggested to me. No idea why. I can't figure doctors out anymore.

April 22, 2024
A myPBCteam Member

My cholesterol was high too but not on any statins.

June 22, 2024

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