New research from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences has revealed that the link…
Browsing: Statins
Statins are a class of prescription medications that lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol by blocking an enzyme the liver uses to produce cholesterol. They are among the most widely prescribed drugs in the world and are a cornerstone of preventing heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases, particularly in people with high cholesterol, diabetes, or a history of heart disease. Common statins include atorvastatin (Lipitor), rosuvastatin (Crestor), simvastatin (Zocor), and pravastatin (Pravachol). Most people tolerate statins well, but some experience side effects such as muscle aches or digestive symptoms, while serious complications like severe muscle injury or liver problems are rare. Because the benefits often far outweigh the risks for people at elevated cardiovascular risk, statins are considered one of the most effective and well-studied medications for reducing the chances of major cardiovascular events and extending life.
Statins are a recommended and common intervention for preventing cardiovascular events by reducing levels of…
PET scans show lipophilic statins may accelerate cognitive decline in vulnerable patients, linking them to…
In heart failure patients, statins are associated with significantly lower cancer risks and improved survival…
Observational study adds to growing evidence that statin therapy is not associated with cognitive decline…
Statins May Halve COVID-19 Death Risk People who took statins to lower cholesterol were approximately…
People taking cholesterol-lowering drugs may fare better than others if they catch the novel coronavirus.…
A study by the Medical University of Vienna and the Complexity Science Hub Vienna shows…