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Nexlizet can help lower LDL cholesterol in statin-resistant adults

By Brian Buntz | July 21, 2021

NEXLIZET Esperio cholesterol-lowering heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia or established atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseaseNexlizet from Esperion is FDA-indicated for heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia or established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The indication is intended as an adjunct to diet and statin therapy for patients who need additional help reducing LDL cholesterol levels.

The drug, which combines two cholesterol-reducing medicines (bempedoic acid and ezetimibe), won FDA approval early last year.

 


Filed Under: Cardiovascular
Tagged With: atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, Esperion, heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, hypercholesterolemia, NEXLIZET
 

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