| Literature DB >> 29609755 |
Anum Saeed1, Christie M Ballantyne2.
Abstract
Although statins are first-line therapy for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) reduction, many individuals on maximally tolerated statin therapy have elevated LDL-C. Bempedoic acid (ETC-1002) is a novel once-daily LDL-C-lowering agent in phase 3 clinical trials. In phase 1 and 2 studies, ETC-1002 was efficacious in lowering LDL-C when used as monotherapy and when added to statin and/or ezetimibe and was well tolerated in patients with statin intolerance. ETC-1002 also improved cardiometabolic risk factors. Ongoing phase 3 studies of ETC-1002 are evaluating its long-term efficacy and safety, and effects on cardiovascular events. This article discusses current evidence and future directions for ETC-1002.Entities:
Keywords: Bempedoic acid; Cardiovascular disease; Cholesterol; Lipid-lowering agents; Lipids; Nonstatin therapy; Statin intolerance
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Year: 2018 PMID: 29609755 DOI: 10.1016/j.ccl.2017.12.007
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cardiol Clin ISSN: 0733-8651 Impact factor: 2.213