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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible side effect of Ezetimibe?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible side effect of Ezetimibe?
What is a reported adverse effect of Bempedoic Acid?
What is a reported adverse effect of Bempedoic Acid?
In patients taking a statin, adding ezetimibe slightly increases the risk for which condition?
In patients taking a statin, adding ezetimibe slightly increases the risk for which condition?
What is a potential side effect of Bempedoic Acid/Ezetimibe combination drug?
What is a potential side effect of Bempedoic Acid/Ezetimibe combination drug?
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Which drug is specifically recommended for patients with true statin intolerance?
Which drug is specifically recommended for patients with true statin intolerance?
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Which cholesterol medication can raise HDL cholesterol but has little or no effect on LDL cholesterol?
Which cholesterol medication can raise HDL cholesterol but has little or no effect on LDL cholesterol?
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What is the principal indication for gemfibrozil?
What is the principal indication for gemfibrozil?
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How does gemfibrozil affect LDL levels in patients with high TG levels?
How does gemfibrozil affect LDL levels in patients with high TG levels?
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What common side effect is associated with gemfibrozil use?
What common side effect is associated with gemfibrozil use?
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How do PCSK9 inhibitors work to reduce LDL cholesterol?
How do PCSK9 inhibitors work to reduce LDL cholesterol?
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What is a potential risk associated with PCSK9 inhibitors due to their protein composition?
What is a potential risk associated with PCSK9 inhibitors due to their protein composition?
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What class of drugs are alirocumab and evolocumab categorized under?
What class of drugs are alirocumab and evolocumab categorized under?
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In what patients are PCSK9 inhibitors indicated for use?
In what patients are PCSK9 inhibitors indicated for use?
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What is the role of PCSK9 in relation to LDL receptors?
What is the role of PCSK9 in relation to LDL receptors?
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Which reaction has been noted as a potential hypersensitivity reaction to PCSK9 inhibitors?
Which reaction has been noted as a potential hypersensitivity reaction to PCSK9 inhibitors?
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Why should warfarin dosage be adjusted when taking gemfibrozil?
Why should warfarin dosage be adjusted when taking gemfibrozil?
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What type of angina will the lecture focus on?
What type of angina will the lecture focus on?
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