Quiz on statins
Short quiz on statins
Quiz on statins
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Question 1
Which of the following should not be combined with statin?
AFenofibrateBEzetimibeCGemfibrozilDAspirinQuestion 1 Explanation: If Gemfibrozil is combined with statin, there is increased risk of muscle symptoms and rhabdomyolysis.Question 2Condition/s which predispose/s to statin adverse effects:
AImpaired renal or hepatic functionBHistory of previous statin intolerance or muscle disordersCUnexplained elevation of SGPTDAll of the aboveQuestion 2 Explanation: In addition to these, age above 75 years, Asian anscestry and previous hemorrhagic stroke are potential conditions to considered while considering high intensity statin therapy with regard to predisposition for adverse effects. Concomitant usage of drugs likely to affect statin metabolism should also be considered.Question 3Doubling dose of statin produces further reduction in low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol by:A3%B7%C25%D50%Question 3 Explanation: Al...
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