Fibrates and Nicotinic Acid

question 89

Multiple Choice

Fibrates and nicotinic acid:

• A)lower blood triglycerides and raise HDL.
• B)lower HDL and increase LDL.
• C)lower blood triglycerides and HDL.
• D)raise both HDL and LDL.
• E)have no effect on blood lipid levels.

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