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Lipoproteins and Hyperlipidemia Medications Quiz

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Which medication class primarily impacts Triglycerides (TG)?

Bile Acid Sequestrants

PCSK9 inhibitors

Statins

Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors (correct)

What is the major physiologic role of lipoproteins?

Provide structural support to cell membranes

Serve as carriers for cholesterol and TG’s (lipids) (correct)

Act as enzyme cofactors

Aid in hormone synthesis

What is the main side effect of Statins?

Hypersensitivity reactions

Muscle pain (correct)

Nausea and vomiting

Gallstones

What is the mechanism of action of Bempedoic Acid?

Target ATP-citrate lyase (ACL) to lower LDL Signup and view all the answers

Which medication class interacts with digoxin, warfarin, diuretics, and cyclosporine?

Bile Acid Sequestrants Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended monitoring for patients on Statins?

Liver function tests (LFTs) and lipid panel every 3 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary indication for PCSK9 Inhibitors?

Lowering LDL Signup and view all the answers

Which medication acts in the liver & brown adipose tissue, activates PPAR-alpha, and induces LPL?

Fenofibrate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary indication for using Nicotinic Acid (Niacin)?

Improving HDL Signup and view all the answers

Which medication should be adjusted if the patient's creatinine clearance (CrCl) is less than 50?

Gemfibrozil Signup and view all the answers

Which medication may increase the effects of oral diabetic medications?

Gemfibrozil Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary side effect of Nicotinic Acid (Niacin)?

Flushing Signup and view all the answers

Which medication must be given with food?

Niacin Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is contraindicated in liver disease and poorly controlled diabetes mellitus?