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PCSK9 Inhibitors
ch 20 hyperlipidemia, agents for cardiovascular system - pharm tech
Question | Answer |
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PCSK9 | breaks down low-density lipoprotein (LDLP) which reduces LDL; currently two meds that inhibit this enzyme in the US |
Repatha | evolocumab |
Praluent | alirocumab |
-mab | monoclonal antibodies |