typically lowers triglyerides.
Some drugs raise them. Beta Blockers for example, like atenolol, Lopressor, Toprol.
Here is a full article on drugs and triglycerides:
http://www.helium.com/items/508846-p...nked-important
High glycemic carbs (pasta, white bread, potatoes) are usually the culprit.
Keeping them down in the diet often helps.
I found fish oil very helpful. It lowered mine to 180 from 385 and has worked for me for 10 yrs now. Your friend may need higher doses than someone else.
The RX fish oil called Lovaza is designed for triglycerides over 500, and is very strong.
But people differ.
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