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2. Hypercholesterolemia - Wikipedia

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   Hypercholesterolemia, also called high cholesterol, is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood. [1] It is a form of hyperlipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hyperlipoproteinemia (high levels of lipoproteins in the blood), and dyslipidemia (any abnormalities of lipid and lipoprotein levels in the blood). [1]

3. Statin - Wikipedia

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   Researchers tested simvastatin, later sold by Merck as Zocor, on 4,444 patients with high cholesterol and heart disease. After five years, the study concluded the patients saw a 35% reduction in their cholesterol, and their chances of dying of a heart attack were reduced by 42%.

4. Atorvastatin - Wikipedia

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   Atorvastatin is a statin medication used to prevent cardiovascular disease in those at high risk and to treat abnormal lipid levels. [4] For the prevention of cardiovascular disease, statins are a first-line treatment. [4] It is taken by mouth. [4] Common side effects include joint pain, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and muscle pains. [4]

5. Dyslipidemia: What It Is & How to Treat It - AOL

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   High cholesterol levels can cause arcus senilis, which presents as a gray-white ring around your eyes. ... Statins are medications that can lower cholesterol by reducing the body's production of ...

6. Everything You Need to Know to Treat—and Prevent—High Cholesterol

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   High cholesterol can be treated with medication and/or lifestyle changes. “The treatment depends on the patient,” Dr. Adedinsewo explains. “We consider your age and medical history ...

7. In two studies, experimental drugs for cholesterol show ...

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   Both medications target people born with a genetic predisposition to high cholesterol. While drugs like statins, as well as diet and exercise, can help these individuals manage cholesterol, they ...