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Clinical characteristics of the respondents (n= 234)
| Variables | Mean(SD) | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|---|
| BMI (kg/m2) | 26.(5.30) | |
| LDL (mmol/L) | 2.9 (0.96) | |
| < 2.6 | 88 (37.6) | |
| ≥ 2.6 | 146 (62.4) | |
| Triglyceride | 1.6 (0.73) | |
| HDL | 1.2 (0.26) | |
| Number of prescribed medications: | ||
| < 4 | 52 (22.2) | |
| ≥ 4 | 182 (77.8) | |
| Types of statin: | ||
| Lovastatin | 10 (4.3) | |
| Simvastatin | 45 (19.2) | |
| Atorvastatin | 161 (68.8) | |
| Pravastatin | 18 (7.7) | |
| Side effect experienced by patients: | ||
| No side effect | 210 (89.7) | |
| GI upset | 15 (6.4) | |
| Myalgia | 3 (1.3) | |
| Others | 5 (2.6) | |
