Question

identify the side effects of each drug classification. note that some drugs may cause more than one side effect and some side effects may be caused by more than one drug classification.
side effect
elevated liver enzymes
fatigue
gi disturbances
headache
myalgia or muscle weakness
skin irritation

Explanation:

Bile - acid sequestrants: Commonly cause GI disturbances such as constipation, nausea, bloating. May rarely cause elevated liver enzymes.
Omega - 3 fatty acids: Generally well - tolerated, but can cause GI disturbances like belching, fishy aftertaste. May also cause skin irritation in some cases.
Statins: Frequently associated with myalgia or muscle weakness. Can also cause elevated liver enzymes, fatigue, headache, and rarely, skin irritation.

Answer:

Side Effect	Bile Acid Sequestrants	Omega - 3 Fatty Acids	Statins
Fatigue	Rarely	Rarely	Sometimes
GI disturbances	Common	Sometimes	Sometimes
Headache	Rarely	Rarely	Sometimes
Myalgia or muscle weakness	Rarely	Rarely	Common
Skin irritation	Rarely	Sometimes	Rarely