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Which of the following is NOT a reported side effect of ezetimibe?
Which of the following is NOT a reported side effect of ezetimibe?
- Constipation (correct)
- Thrombocytopenia
- Hepatitis
- Myopathy
What is a potential risk of adding ezetimibe to a statin therapy?
What is a potential risk of adding ezetimibe to a statin therapy?
- Increased risk of myopathy
- Pancreatitis
- Increased risk of thrombocytopenia
- Elevated transaminase levels (correct)
Which of the following drugs is mentioned as an interaction with ezetimibe?
Which of the following drugs is mentioned as an interaction with ezetimibe?
- Beta blockers
- Antibiotics
- Bile acid sequestrants (correct)
- ACE inhibitors
What is a reported adverse effect of Bempedoic Acid?
What is a reported adverse effect of Bempedoic Acid?
What patient population should Bempedoic Acid be approved for?
What patient population should Bempedoic Acid be approved for?
When should Bempedoic Acid/Ezetimibe be considered for use?
When should Bempedoic Acid/Ezetimibe be considered for use?
What is the primary benefit of fibric acid derivatives (fibrates)?
What is the primary benefit of fibric acid derivatives (fibrates)?
Which drug mentioned has a significant adverse effect related to liver function?
Which drug mentioned has a significant adverse effect related to liver function?
Which drug has been linked to reports of pancreatitis?
Which drug has been linked to reports of pancreatitis?