5th February 2024

This is a 55-year-old gentleman who presents to the acute medical unit for uncontrolled hypertension.

This is a 55-year-old gentleman who presents to the acute medical unit for uncontrolled hypertension. Routine blood test results showed raised LDL and total cholesterol levels. Otherwise, his full blood count, urea, and electrolyte levels were normal. You read about therapeutic options of lipid-lowering therapy.

Which of the following is a medication used to control lipid levels?