Describe the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics of these lipid-lowering drugs
There are four general classes of lipid-lowering drugs: niacin, fibric-acid derivatives, bile-acid sequestrants, and HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Describe the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics of each drug. When, specifically, do you use each drug? Include monitoring parameters and patient education.
