clofibrate

/klɒfɪˈbreɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A medication used to treat high triglyceride and low HDL cholesterol levels.

“The doctor prescribed clofibrate to help manage the patient’s cholesterol levels.”

Synonyms

  • fibrate
  • lipid-lowering agent

Antonyms

  • cholesterol-raising agent
  • hyperlipidemic agent