Cholesterol-Lowering Medications - Managing Cholesterol for Heart Health

Cholesterol-lowering medications are prescription drugs used to manage high cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. These medications work by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol or increasing HDL (good) cholesterol levels.
Category
Prescription medication
Where to get
Available by prescription from healthcare providers
Prepared by Nick Harper, reviewed by Dr. David James Simpson

Cholesterol-lowering medications. FAQ


Image credit: verywellhealth.com

Do cholesterol medications lower cholesterol?

Most cholesterol medications lower cholesterol with few side effects, but effectiveness varies from person to person. It's also still important to follow a healthy diet and get enough exercise. Cholesterol medications and lifestyle choices can work together to help reduce your risk of heart attacks and stroke.

What are the different cholesterol medications for lowering high cholesterol?

Learn about the different cholesterol medications for lowering high cholesterol including Statins, HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, Selective cholesterol absorption inhibitors, Resins, bile acid sequestrant, bile acid-binding drugs, Lipid-Lowering Therapies.

Does Mayo Clinic offer cholesterol lowering drugs?

Mayo Clinic offers appointments in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota and at Mayo Clinic Health System locations. Statins: Are these cholesterol-lowering drugs right for you? Statins: Are these cholesterol-lowering drugs right for you? Find out whether your risk factors for heart disease make you a good candidate for statin therapy.

Do I need a cholesterol medication?

But sometimes diet and exercise aren't enough. You might also need to take cholesterol medications to help: Increase your high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol that offers protection from heart disease Your doctor might suggest a single drug or a combination of cholesterol medications.

Cholesterol-lowering medications. References

If you want to know more about Cholesterol-lowering medications., consider exploring links below:

Explore Related Topics

Uncommon Side Effects of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Explore the lesser-known and uncommon side effects that may arise from testosterone replacement therapy. Share your experiences or concerns about these rare risks.