Which antilipemic agent is most potent?
a. Niacin
b. HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
c. Bile acid-binding resin
d. Fibric acid
ANS: B
HMG CoA reductase inhibitors are the most potent antilipemic agents available. Niacin, bile acid-binding resins, and fibric acid are not as potent as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors.
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