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Table 2 Effects of drugs on HDL-C levels

From: Isolated low high density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C): implications of global risk reduction. Case report and systematic scientific review

DRUG

PERCENT INCRESE

Nicotinic acid (niacin)

15% – 35%

Fibrates

10% – 15%

Estrogens

10% – 15%

Statins

Coupled Dual Effect

Associated with potent LDL-C reduction, which make the statins "shine"

5% – 10%

Alpha blockers

10% – 20%

Alcohol (in moderation)

10%

Ezetimibe

3%