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Which of the following options best describes the effects of atorvastatin?
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A 45-year old male comes to your clinic complaining of muscle pains not localized to one area, fatigue, weakness, and dark reddish-brown urine. He recently started biking with a group, but he doesn’t think his pains are attributable to that. He has a longstanding history of obesity, obstructive sleep apnea, diabetes mellitus type 2, and hyperlipidemia. He is currently taking metformin, simvastatin, and a daily vitamin focused on helping control his cholesterol. His vitals are stable except for slight tachycardia. On physical exam, you note tenderness to deep palpation in upper and lower extremities, and on his chest and back. In house urine analysis shows myoglobinuria. Which of the following is the best recommendation for the patient?
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Which of the following drugs is the best at decreasing triglyceride levels?
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Which of the following drugs is the best at increasing HDL levels?
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Which of the following drugs is the best at decreasing LDL levels?
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A 30-year old female comes to your clinic for a follow-up appointment. Last visit 1 month ago, she was prescribed cholestyramine to help with weight loss and hyperlipidemia. She has no other medications. She has a history of irritable bowel syndrome as a teenager. Today, she states that she has noticed she has abdominal bloating and cramping. She has also noticed she is tired more often and has these new tingling sensations in her mouth. While taking her vitals, you notice her arm suddenly twitch and contract momentarily as the blood pressure cuff inflates. Her vitals are stable, and her BMI is 22, down from 27. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
