Question

A patient is taking a statin primarily to reduce

the risk of atherosclerosis. A potential problem of
statin treatment is which one of the following?
(A) Reduced intracellular cholesterol
(B) Reduced synthesis of coenzyme Q
(C) Reduced synthesis of intracellular
phospholipids
(D) Reduced intestinal absorption of
cholesterol
(E) Reduced levels of chylomicrons

Answer 1

A potential problem of statin treatment is reduced synthesis of coenzyme Q.

Step-by-step explanation:

A potential problem of statin treatment is reduced synthesis of coenzyme Q. Statins are drugs that are primarily taken to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis by lowering cholesterol levels in the body. While they are effective in lowering cholesterol, statins can also lower the synthesis of coenzyme Q, which is an important molecule involved in energy production in the body.