Hyperlipidemia: Secondary vs Primary
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Which of the following accounts for 10-20% of hyperlipidemic adults?

  • Primary hyperlipidemia
  • Secondary hyperlipidemias (correct)
  • Fibrates
  • HMG CoA reductase inhibitors
  • What is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol synthesis that is competitively inhibited by HMG CoA reductase inhibitors?

  • PCSK9 Inhibitors
  • Omega-3 fatty acids
  • 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG CoA) (correct)
  • Cholesterol absorption blocker
  • Which medication should be stopped for at least 3 months before pregnancy is planned due to insufficient safety data on pregnancy and potential teratogenicity?

  • HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) (correct)
  • Resins
  • Cholesterol absorption blocker
  • Fibrates
  • Which condition includes high LDL or VLDL, i.e., primary hypercholesterolemia, heterozygous + homozygous FH, and mixed hyperlipidemia?

    <p>Mixed hyperlipidemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary disease that needs to be managed before making a further decision on treating raised lipids in secondary dyslipidemias?

    <p>The primary disease causing hyperlipidemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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