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At what age should atorvastatin 20 mg be considered for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
At what age should atorvastatin 20 mg be considered for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
- 85 years or older (correct)
- 75 years or older
- 65 years or older
- 70 years or older
What is the primary mechanism of action of statins in reducing cholesterol synthesis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of statins in reducing cholesterol synthesis?
- Blocking the conversion of HMG CoA to mevalonic acid (correct)
- Inhibiting the production of bile-acid binding resins
- Enhancing the activity of fibrates
- Increasing the production of omega fatty acids
What is the primary advantage of rosuvastatin compared to other statins?
What is the primary advantage of rosuvastatin compared to other statins?
- It has a longer half-life
- It is more effective at reducing LDL cholesterol
- It is less likely to cause drug interactions (correct)
- It is more soluble in water
What is the primary effect of statins on LDL receptor synthesis?
What is the primary effect of statins on LDL receptor synthesis?
What is the primary goal of a cardioprotective diet in the treatment of dyslipidaemia?
What is the primary goal of a cardioprotective diet in the treatment of dyslipidaemia?
What is the primary indication for the use of fibrates in the treatment of dyslipidaemia?
What is the primary indication for the use of fibrates in the treatment of dyslipidaemia?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Fibrates on lipid metabolism?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Fibrates on lipid metabolism?
What is the effect of Fibrates on LDL cholesterol levels?
What is the effect of Fibrates on LDL cholesterol levels?
What is the primary clinical use of Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors?
What is the primary clinical use of Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors?
What is the effect of Fibrates on triglyceride levels?
What is the effect of Fibrates on triglyceride levels?
What is the mechanism of action of Cholestyramine?
What is the mechanism of action of Cholestyramine?
What is the common adverse effect of Cholestyramine?
What is the common adverse effect of Cholestyramine?
