10 Questions
What is the primary use of atorvastatin (Lipitor)?
Reducing serum-lipid levels
What is the mechanism of action of bile acid sequestrants?
Increasing cholesterol excretion in stool
What should be monitored while using statins?
Liver function tests
Which adverse effect is associated with bile-acid resins?
GI tract issues like bloating and constipation
Why should statins not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Due to potential harm to the fetus or infant
Which lipid-lowering drug inhibits the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine?
Ezetimibe (Zetia)
What is the primary use of gemfibrozil (Lopid)?
Treating severe hypertriglyceridemia
Which lipid-lowering drug has numerous adverse effects including flushing, hot flashes, and nausea?
Niacin (Nicotinic Acid)
What should be monitored if a patient is predisposed to gout while taking a lipid-lowering drug?
Uric acid levels
Which lipid-lowering drug should be used cautiously with warfarin due to potential potentiation of anticoagulant effects?
Fibric-Acid Agents
Test your knowledge about monitoring liver function tests, pregnancy and breastfeeding precautions, and side effects related to the use of statins, with a focus on the prototype drug atorvastatin (Lipitor).
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