18th August 2020

A 55-year-old attends a GP review. Three months ago, he was found to have a raised cholesterol

A 55-year-old attends a GP review. Three months ago, he was found to have a raised cholesterol, as part of the blood tests for his annual health check. The GP advised him at the time to adjust his diet and increase his exercise levels, which the patient states he has done. However, a repeat lipid profile still shows hypercholesterolaemia. The patient also has co-morbid hypertension and a family history of heart disease, so the GP decides to start him on lipid modification therapy.

Which of the following would be the most appropriate prescription for this patient? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.