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Statin alternatives for LDL reduction

Is Ezemitib a good substitute to reduce dosage of statins,if there are side-effects with statin

Statins are more potent at lowering LDL cholesterol but if unable to tolerate statin, they can be used. Other options to discuss with your doc if LDL targets are not met with zetia are Bempidoic acid (can be used alone or combined with zetia) and PCSK9 inhibitors (monoclonal antibodies)

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