NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which medication is associated with the risk of myalgias?

Ezetimibe (Zetia)
Alirocumab (Praluent)
Cholestyramine
Gemfibrozil (Lopid)

The correct answer is: Ezetimibe (Zetia)

Ezetimibe (Zetia) is the correct answer. Myalgias, which are muscle pains or aches, are a known side effect associated with Ezetimibe. It is important to monitor patients taking Ezetimibe for any signs or symptoms of myalgias and report them to the healthcare provider if they occur. Among the other options: - Alirocumab (Praluent) is a PCSK9 inhibitor used to lower cholesterol levels, but it is not typically associated with myalgias. - Cholestyramine is a bile acid sequestrant used to lower cholesterol levels, and it is not commonly linked to myalgias. - Gemfibrozil (Lopid) is a fibrate medication used to lower triglyceride levels, but it is not typically known to cause myalgias.