Statins.
Statins are a lipid-lowering medication. They are increasingly being used for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, as a growing body of research shows that they reduce mortality rates. Carol McLoughlin explains how they work, discusses contraindications, and offers advice on educating patients in their use.
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D000924:Anticholesteremic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D019161:Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006937:Hypercholesterolemia / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010353:Patient Education as Topic
D000924:Anticholesteremic Agents; D019161:Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors