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What are statins?
Statins are a group of drugs that lower LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol in the blood. LDL cholesterol is thought of as the “bad” cholesterol and is produced by the liver. Statins act by blocking the liver enzyme that works to produce cholesterol, thereby reducing the amount released into the bloodstream.
Statins can also lower levels of triglycerides and can help to stabilise arterial plaques, lowering the risk of heart attacks.
Understanding statins: A comprehensive overview
Por Dr Gosia Wamil
2024-11-25
In her latest online article Dr Gosia Wamil gives us her insights into statins. She talks about current guidelines on statins, how high someone’s cholesterol should be to take statins, how long statins take to work, if the effects wear off, long term risks, safety concerns and if there’s any evidence-based alternatives to statins. подробнее
