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mckennatimberlake

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Which antilipemic agent is most potent?
 
  a. Niacin
  b. HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
  c. Bile acid-binding resin
  d. Fibric acid

Question 2

Which vitamin has antilipemic actions?
 
  a. C
  b. A
  c. D
  d. B3



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Ksanderson1296

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
HMG CoA reductase inhibitors are the most potent antilipemic agents available. Niacin, bile acid-binding resins, and fibric acid are not as potent as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
It is thought that niacin inhibits VLDL synthesis by liver cells, causing a decrease in LDL and triglyceride production. Vitamins A, C, and D do not have an antilipemic effects.




mckennatimberlake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!


kishoreddi

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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