How Do Indian Doctors Deal with Dyslipidemia? LAI National Survey

• Uniformity in the use of dyslipidemia guidelines to be emphasized as patients in India often consult many physicians over time: to avoid contradictory advice that negatively impacts adherence.

• There is a need to educate physicians regarding familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) diagnosis and its importance.

• The incidence of statin intolerance is low, so statin usage should increase.

• Statins should be started at the time of diabetes mellitus diagnosis.

• The usage of nonstatin drugs is very low.

• Fibrates are still preferred in patients with high TG.

• Lp(a) estimation rates are low.

• It is encouraging that 60% have read about LAI guidelines.