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18. A patient is initiated on therapy with an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin, e.g., atorvastatin). Critically, what adverse effect is most important for the patient to report urgently to their physician?

A. Mild constipation.
B. Muscle pain or weakness (myalgia/myopathy).
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C. Increased appetite.
D. Hair loss.

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  • Mild constipation.
  • Muscle pain or weakness (myalgia/myopathy).
  • Increased appetite.
  • Hair loss.

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