Description
Dalcetrapib is a cholesterol ester transfer protein (CETP) inhibitor that exhibits anti-atherosclerotic activity. In a clinical setting, dalcetrapib increases HDL levels but has exhibited mixed results regarding cardiovascular disease risk reduction.
References
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