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Appendix C - Drug Companion Document

This document may provide assistance to the clinician initiating and providing ongoing pharmacologic management of the dyslipidemic patient.

It includes the following informational pieces:

      Treatment options for dyslipidemia

      Drug discussions on the following medications (in order of discussion):

       Statins

       Fibric acid derivatives / Fibrates

       Niacin

       Ethyl esters of omega-3 fatty acids

       Selective cholesterol absorption inhibitor

       Bile-acid sequestrants

      Table outlining medications, lipid effects, contraindications, drug interactions, potential side effects, dosing considerations, and required monitoring.

Please note:  Information provided is not all-inclusive, and providers should consult manufacturer's product labeling insert, PDR, etc., for full prescribing information.