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Simvastatin Pharmacology
Manage episode 267952469 series 2102213
Simvastatin use has declined over time due to more potent statins being available and due to numerous drug interactions.
Grapefruit juice can inhibit CYP3A4 which will increase the concentrations of simvastatin.
Genetic variations in SLCO1B1 can lead to patients being more susceptible to simvastatin toxicity.
Simvastatin is a lipophilic statin. I discuss why this is important and how it might impact clinical decisions.
I discuss important drug interactions on the podcast, be sure to check out my latest project which is a 200+ page book on managing drug interactions in primary care.
Be sure to check out our free Top 200 study guide – a 31 page PDF that is yours for FREE!
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Simvastatin Pharmacology
Real Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
Manage episode 267952469 series 2102213
Simvastatin use has declined over time due to more potent statins being available and due to numerous drug interactions.
Grapefruit juice can inhibit CYP3A4 which will increase the concentrations of simvastatin.
Genetic variations in SLCO1B1 can lead to patients being more susceptible to simvastatin toxicity.
Simvastatin is a lipophilic statin. I discuss why this is important and how it might impact clinical decisions.
I discuss important drug interactions on the podcast, be sure to check out my latest project which is a 200+ page book on managing drug interactions in primary care.
Be sure to check out our free Top 200 study guide – a 31 page PDF that is yours for FREE!
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