Pharmacology - Drugs for Hyperlipidemia

Learn about lipid-lowering agents used to treat high levels of fats in the blood, such as triglycerides and cholesterol. Understand the pathophysiology of hyperlipidemia, mechanism of action, and side effects of drugs like statins, nicotinic acid, fibrates, bile acid sequestrants, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, PCSK9 inhibitors, and omega-3 fatty acids. The course covers topics like lipids, lipoproteins, atherosclerosis, and vascular inflammation. The teaching method includes a pharmacology lecture with a duration of 14 minutes. This course is intended for individuals interested in pharmacology, healthcare professionals, medical students, and anyone seeking knowledge about hyperlipidemia and its treatment.