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04.2 Cholesterol Flashcards

1
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What are some examples of statins?

A

Simvastatin

Atorvastatin

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What is the mechanism of action of statins?

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Inhibition of hepatic HMG-CoA reductase

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What are some ADRs of statins?

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Myopathy
Rhabdomyolysis
Increase plasma hepatic enzymes

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What is an example of a fibrate?

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Bezafibrate

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What is the mechanism of action of fibrates?

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PPAR alpha agonist

Increases lipoprotein lipase

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What are some ADRs of fibrates?

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Cholelithiasis
Myositis
Abnormal LFTs

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How does nincotinic acid work?

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Inhibits lipoprotein synthesis

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What are some ADRs of nicotinic acid?

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Flushing
Itching
Headache
Hyperglycaemia
Hepatotoxic
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9
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How does ezetimibe work?

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Inhibits intestinal choelsterol absorption

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10
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What are some ADRs of ezetimibe?

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Abdo pain
Diarrhoea
Headache

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