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#407 DIGEST: Bempedoic acid and cardiac risk, Alpha-Gal Syndrome, Orforglipron, Zuranolone, DOACs for VTE of Malignancy, mAbs for Dementia, New Med for Smoking Cessation, Kiwis and Constipation
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
Statin Tolerance and the Potential of Bempedoic Acid
This chapter explores the concept of statin tolerance and its impact on mortality outcomes, as well as the introduction of bempedoic acid as a potential alternative. It discusses the downsides and practical concerns of bempedoic acid, including its cost and combination therapy options. The speakers also delve into the effectiveness of bempedoic acid for primary prevention and the skepticism surrounding its benefits compared to statins.
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