A seasoned nurse is reviewing the different classifications of medications that are used to decrease blood cholesterol levels with a new nurse on a medical-surgical unit.The seasoned nurse knows the new nurse has comprehended the information when she states which medications as fibric acid agents?
Select all that apply.

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Fibric acid agents, also known as fibrates, are a class of medications used to lower lipid levels, primarily triglycerides, and to a lesser extent, increase HDL cholesterol. Atromid-S (clofibrate) and Lopid (gemfibrozil) are examples of fibric acid agents.

A Seasoned Nurse Is Reviewing the Different Classifications of Medications