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What percentage of hyperlipidemic adults do secondary dyslipidemias account for?
What percentage of hyperlipidemic adults do secondary dyslipidemias account for?
- 30-40%
- 10-20% (correct)
- 20-30%
- 5-10%
In secondary hyperlipidemias, what is the basis for treatment when the primary disease is managed?
In secondary hyperlipidemias, what is the basis for treatment when the primary disease is managed?
- Lowering the lipids
- Changing the primary disease
- Raising the lipids
- Managing the primary disease further (correct)
Which medication should be used with caution in women of childbearing age due to insufficient safety data on pregnancy and potential teratogenicity?
Which medication should be used with caution in women of childbearing age due to insufficient safety data on pregnancy and potential teratogenicity?
- Fibrates
- Cholesterol absorption blocker
- Statins (correct)
- Nicotinic acid
What is the mechanism of action of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)?
What is the mechanism of action of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)?
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Which type of hyperlipidemia does not fall under the category of primary hypercholesterolemia?
Which type of hyperlipidemia does not fall under the category of primary hypercholesterolemia?
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