22nd August 2023

A 56-year-old male patient complains of intermittent chest discomfort during exertion

A 56-year-old male patient complains of intermittent chest discomfort during exertion. On further examination, he admits to a diet high in fatty foods, and his father had a heart attack at age 47. His blood tests reveal a total cholesterol level of 7.8 mmol/L and an LDL cholesterol of 5.2 mmol/L.

What is the most appropriate first-line medication for this patient?