How to take statins

Antilipemic Agent; HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors; Atorvastatin (Lipitor); Simvastatin (Zocor); Lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev); Pitavastatin (Livalo, Zypitamag); Pravastatin (Pravachol); Rosuvastatin (Crestor); Fluvastatin (Lescol); Hyperlipidemia - statins; Hardening of the arteries - statins; Cholesterol - statins; Hypercholesterolemia - statins; Dyslipidemia - statins; Statin

Statins are medicines that help lower the amount of cholesterol and other fats in your blood. Statins work by:

  • Lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol
  • Raising HDL (good) cholesterol in your blood
  • Lowering triglycerides, another type of fat in your blood

Statins block how your liver makes cholesterol. Cholesterol can stick to the walls of your arteries and narrow or block them.

Cholesterol producers

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like material that is found in all parts of the body. It comes from two sources: our liver produces it, and we consume it in animal products.

Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance that is present in all parts of the body including the nervous system, skin, muscle, liver, intestines, and heart. It is made by the body and obtained from animal products in the diet. Cholesterol is manufactured in the liver and is needed for normal body functions including the production of hormones, bile acid, and Vitamin D. Excessive cholesterol in the blood contributes to atherosclerosis and subsequent heart disease. The risk of developing heart disease or atherosclerosis increases as the level of blood cholesterol increases.

How do Statins Help?

What Statins are Right for you?

How are Statins Taken?

What are the Risks?

Possible Side Effects

When to Call the Doctor