Niaspan, an extended-release form of niacin, was previously prescribed to treat a patient’s hypertriglycerides. However, the FDA withdrew its approval of the drug. Which of the following drugs with research efficacy should be substituted?

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Statins and fibrates are both effective in treating hypertriglyceridemia. Statins primarily lower LDL cholesterol but can also reduce triglycerides, while fibrates specifically target triglycerides and are often used when triglyceride levels are very high. Omega-3 supplements can also lower triglycerides, but statins and fibrates are more commonly prescribed for this condition and have a more established research background for efficacy.

Niaspan, an Extended-Release Form of Niacin, Was Previously Prescribed to Treat