Increased elimination of cholesterol

Dr. Kyriacou explains that this is a good answer as it would reduce LDL levels, but this is not the accepted mechanism for statins. Bile acid sequestrants increase faecal elimination of bile acids; that is a different class of drugs.  

Please go back and re‑consider. 

Grapefruit-simvastatin interaction

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  • Glyceryl trinitrate (organic nitrate)
  • Furosemide
  • Digoxin (digitalis, positive inotropic drug)
  • Increased elimination of cholesterol

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