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Which lipid-lowering drug class usually ends in -statin?
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
Which lipid-lowering drug class usually ends in -fibrate?
Fibrates
What is a common HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor?
Atorvastatin
What is a common Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor?
Ezetimibe
What is a common PCSK9 Inhibitor?
Evolocumab
What is a common Fibrate?
Fenofibrate
What do HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors do?
Reduce cholesterol production in the liver, lowering LDL cholesterol levels.
What do Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors do?
Reduce cholesterol absorption from the intestine, lowering LDL cholesterol levels.
What do PCSK9 Inhibitors do?
block PCSK9 protein, destroys LDL receptors in liver
What do Fibrates do?
Reduce triglyceride levels and increase HDL cholesterol levels.
What are common side effects for choletrol lowering medication?
Muscle aches, digestive issues