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Statins for everyone?
Statins (also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors) are a class of medications used to lower cholesterol levels in people with elevated cholesterol levels. These drugs are very frequently recommended in people with and without diabetes, as they are very effective in both lowering cholesterol and decreasing the rate of cardiovascular complications. There are several statins on the market, and at least one that was taken off the market (cerivastatin) because of an unduly high rate of a side effec...
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Expert & Community Posts
Dangers of Too Low Cholesterol: Are You at Risk?
By Lisa Nelson, RD, LN , Health Expert...many people are doing everything they can to lower cholesterol levels as much as possible. This... Read more »
Cholesterol-Lowering Medications Cause Pain
By Christina Lasich, MD , Health ExpertRaise your right hand if you are taking a cholesterol-lower medication like Crestor or Lipitor.... Read more »
The Dos and Don'ts of Taking Prescription Cholesterol Medication
By Dr. Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert...Related: Information about commonly prescribed cholesterol medications. Learn more... Read more »
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Cholesterol Treatment and Drugs
...Americans who should be taking LDL-lowering medication.Starting Medications. Even modest lowering of high cholesterol levels, whether through drug therapy or lifestyle changes, reduces the risk of... Read more »Peripheral Artery Disease and Intermittent Claudication: Reducing Heart Risk Factors
...treatment may be needed.Drug Treatment for Unhealthy Cholesterol and Lipid LevelsAggressive control of cholesterol levels is known to reduce death rates in patients with peripheral artery disease... Read more »Heart Attack and Acute Coronary Syndrome: Medications
...DrugsIn 2004, the National Cholesterol Education Program issued updated recommendations on how to control cholesterol levels. These guidelines emphasize that patients should lower their LDL (bad)... Read more »Coronary Artery Disease: Other Medications
...DrugsIn 2004, the National Cholesterol Education Program issued updated recommendations on how to control cholesterol levels. These guidelines emphasize that patients should lower their LDL (bad)... Read more »Menopause: Medications
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