This is possible. Praluent isn’t approved to treat high levels of triglycerides (a type of fat that’s released into your blood for energy between meals). It’s also not approved to treat mixed hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol and triglyceride levels).
But in a recent study, Praluent was shown to lower triglycerides in adults with type 2 diabetes and mixed hyperlipidemia. So the drug might lower your triglyceride levels. Lower triglyceride levels can lower your risk of heart attack or stroke, which is one of Praluent’s uses.
If you have questions about your triglyceride levels or your treatment plan, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.