Pharmacology: statins & fibrates(cholesterol) Flashcards
1
Q
give an example of a statin
A
simvastatin
2
Q
describe the action of statins
A
inhibit HMG-CoA reductase, the enzyme used in cholesterol synthesis
3
Q
give 3 side effects of statins
A
headache, myalgia, dizziness
4
Q
when should caution be taken with statins
A
with renal or hepatic impairment
5
Q
give an example of a fibrate
A
bezafibrate
6
Q
when would fibrates be used
A
if statins not working or are contraindicated
