ok, i just told teh wife the good news.
she's a pharmacist, and said if i get on that tricor, it'll fuck up my bloodwork for life. and most stay on it for life cuz the labs come back inconclusive.
she said just to eat healthier and workout and i'll be fine. the triglycerides count didn't even phase her; she said it's not a big deal and that the doctor's an idiot for prescribing it without even advising me on nutrition and exercise first.
so, that's how things stand as of right now. another lab in 8 weeks, we'll see how that goes.