17 Questions
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible side effect of Ezetimibe?
Constipation
What is a reported adverse effect of Bempedoic Acid?
Tendon rupture
In patients taking a statin, adding ezetimibe slightly increases the risk for which condition?
Liver damage
What is a potential side effect of Bempedoic Acid/Ezetimibe combination drug?
Myalgia
Which drug is specifically recommended for patients with true statin intolerance?
Bempedoic Acid
Which cholesterol medication can raise HDL cholesterol but has little or no effect on LDL cholesterol?
Fibrates
What is the principal indication for gemfibrozil?
Decreasing plasma TG content
How does gemfibrozil affect LDL levels in patients with high TG levels?
It increases LDL levels
What common side effect is associated with gemfibrozil use?
Gallstones
How do PCSK9 inhibitors work to reduce LDL cholesterol?
By increasing LDL receptor activity
What is a potential risk associated with PCSK9 inhibitors due to their protein composition?
Antibody development
What class of drugs are alirocumab and evolocumab categorized under?
PCSK9 inhibitors
In what patients are PCSK9 inhibitors indicated for use?
Patients needing additional LDL lowering
What is the role of PCSK9 in relation to LDL receptors?
It decreases the number of LDL receptors
Which reaction has been noted as a potential hypersensitivity reaction to PCSK9 inhibitors?
Vasculitis
Why should warfarin dosage be adjusted when taking gemfibrozil?
Gemfibrozil displaces warfarin from plasma albumin
What type of angina will the lecture focus on?
Chronic stable angina
Explore the side effects and tolerability of ezetimibe, a medication used for lowering cholesterol levels. Learn about the incidence of significant side effects and the risks associated with combining ezetimibe with statins.
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