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Q. 8 of Quiz-266 (Que-ID : 651)

Clofibrate mainly Lowers the -

  • LDL
  • VLDL
  • HDL
  • Chylomicrons

Ans → (b)VLDL

Explanation → Clofibrate is used for controlling cholesterol and triglycerides levels. It changes VLDL to LDL.

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Which one of these is μ-opioid agonist?

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Clofibrate mainly Lowers the -

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  • VLDL
  • HDL
  • Chylomicrons

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Tetracycline act by -

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