Bempedoic acid
Bempedoic Acid
Bempedoic Acid (pronunciation: bem-peh-DOH-ik AS-id) is a medication used to treat hypercholesterolemia, a condition characterized by high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
Etymology
The term "Bempedoic Acid" is derived from the chemical name of the compound, which is (8S)-8-(1-hydroxyethyl)-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydropyrrolo[3,4-b]quinoline-1-carboxylic acid.
Usage
Bempedoic Acid is used in combination with a healthy diet and other lipid-lowering therapies in adults with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH) or established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) who require additional lowering of LDL cholesterol.
Mechanism of Action
Bempedoic Acid works by inhibiting the enzyme ATP citrate lyase, which plays a crucial role in the production of cholesterol in the liver. By blocking this enzyme, the drug reduces the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver, thereby lowering the overall cholesterol levels in the blood.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Bempedoic Acid include muscle pain, fatigue, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, it can cause more serious side effects such as liver damage or kidney damage.
Related Terms
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
- Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
- ATP citrate lyase
- Lipid-lowering therapies
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bempedoic acid
- Wikipedia's article - Bempedoic acid
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