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    The drug, MK-0616, was effective and well tolerated in patients with a variety of ASCVD risks. Phase III plans are now afoot.

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    NEW ORLEANS — In a phase 2 trial, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor lowered LDL about the same amount observed with injectable PCSK9 inhibitors for 8 weeks, researchers reported at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Session.For the phase 2b, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, researchers evaluated safety and efficacy of the oral PCSK9 inhibitor (MK-0616, Merck) in patients

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