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Medicines lomitapide mesylateQuestion & answer

lomitapide mesylate · Medicine question

Why are liver tests needed with lomitapide mesylate?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Lomitapide can raise liver enzymes and increase liver fat, so tests help identify liver injury or progressive liver disease.

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