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Taking a statin can help lower cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of Heart disease and stroke. Statins are effective in managing cholesterol and have been shown to improve overall heart health.
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The drug ColestipolTM binds bile salts in the intestine forming complexes that cannot be absorbed How would this drub affect cholesterol levels in the blood?
Colestipol (and Questran) have a small effect on cholesterol levels in the body, with their major impact being used adjunctively to help reduce the LDL component. These medications are less often used today, as their effectiveness compared with "statin " drugs (like Lipitor, Zocor) are rather small and limited. They are also used to reduce bile acid accumulation in jaundice.
What cpk stands for in blood test?
what is cpk. How is it increased by crestor? what is crestor? CPK, also known as CK and Creatine phosphokinase, is more formally called Creatine Kinase. This is a test performed to determine whether or not the individual has had a heart attack. Higher levels of CK indicate injured muscles or heart cells. Very heavy exercise, excessive drinking, injury to person via car accident or fall or etc., and drugs that lower cholesterol can all increase the level of CK in the blood. CK levels can be increased by drugs such as Crestor because it damages muscle. Crestor is a cholesterol-lowering medication or statin.
Where does cholesterol synthesis take place?
The body's cholesterol is made in the liver.It is used in the liver to make bile acids where they are then stored in the gall bladder. Bile acids are used to dissolve fats from the food.In addition, you should know,Cholesterol is needed to make every hormone in our bodies.Cholesterol composes almost 20% of our brain and nerves.Eskimo indians have a cholesterol total of 350-500, but they have the least heart troubles. Pacific islanders share similar results.Use of statin drugs, which is typically recommended by MDs when their patient has a number as low as 200, which is labeled as "high", has naturally led to an increase in the many variations of Alzheimer-type diseases (some of which can still be reversed by simply eating plenty of eggs and butter daily).Healthy cholesterol numbers are now considered to be between 220-290.Medical doctors (MDs) who say you need statin drugs with a total cholesterol of only 200 are merely drug pushers, educated in drug-pushing-funded universities. These doctors should be forced to live with Eskimos, not as punishment, but to save the MD from their average age of death, which is currently only 59. The public cannot afford to lose doctors, even ignorant MDs, at a younger age than the 80 year-olds they should be treating.Total cholesterol is composed of HDL and LDL. One is "good" cholesterol, and the other is bad.Bad cholesterol is made when the diet consists of too many fried foods and preferring well-done proteins, not simply because of saturated fats.It is best to roast, stew, boil or steam meats, or grill to medium only. Eggs should be soft boiled or soft scrambled.Bad cholesterol is also made from trans fats in diet, and also too many refined carbohydrates.The goal is to have as much as possible of the "good" cholesterol, even if that means your total cholesterol number reaches 350. Thousands of Eskimo indians have demonstrated it's the healthiest range of total cholesterol.
What would cause Protein in urine and elevated liver enzymes?
Liver enzymes may be elevated in people who take statin drugs, such as Lipitor, they may be elevated in a patient who has pancreatitis or in one who is an alcoholic, fatty liver disease can increase levels, cirrosis.....there are other reasons, but these are most common Protein for prolonged periods, in large amounts can be a sign of renal disease. Sometimes higher protein levels will appear in those who have done very strenuous exercise, like running a marathon or engaged in heavy weight lifting. Either situations needs to be monitored by a health care practitioner
What is the division of the nucleus of a cell called?
Mitosis is the process that refers to the splitting of the nucleus, in which two daughter nuclei are produced. Cytokinesis refers to the division of the membrane and cytoplasm.the division of the nucleusmitosis
Are beta-blockers statin drugs?
no, they do not lower cholesterol levels.
What groups of people are prescribed statin?
people with high cholesterol levels in their blood
What is the pravastatin sodium tablets?
A medication in the "statin" category used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
What b vitamin works as well as a statin for cholosterol?
Niacin (Vitamin B3) has been shown to improve cholesterol levels by decreasing LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides, while increasing HDL (good) cholesterol. It is often used as an alternative to statins in managing cholesterol levels. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider before using niacin for cholesterol management.
Subclass of Lipitor drug?
Lipitor is in the class of statin medications used to lower elevated cholesterol levels.
Is caduet a statin?
Caduet is not a statin itself; rather, it is a combination medication that includes the statin atorvastatin and the antihypertensive amlodipine. Atorvastatin helps lower cholesterol levels, while amlodipine is used to manage high blood pressure. Together, they are prescribed to help control both cholesterol and blood pressure in patients who need both treatments.
What are the risks and benefits of statin?
The risks and side effects of statin are muscle pain,liver damage, digestive issues, rashes, and the development of diabetes. The only reason that you are taking Statin is to lower your blood cholesterol, which is essentially your gain for taking the medications. Please note, that these side effects will not occur in everyone.
What are the benefits of taking policosanol supplements?
Some of the benefits of taking Policosanol are that it has been said this supplement cant lower cholesterol as good as a statin medication, as well as having less side effects.
What is ezetimibe used for?
Ezetimibe is a medication commonly used to lower levels of cholesterol in the blood. It works by inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol from the small intestine. This can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes in individuals with high cholesterol levels. Ezetimibe is often prescribed in combination with statin medications for better cholesterol management.
Is lipitor a simvistatin?
No, Lipitor is Atorvastatin. Zocor is Simvistatin. Both drugs are for hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol). No, Lipitor is Atorvastatin. Zocor is Simvistatin. Both drugs are for hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol).
What is simvastatin for?
Cholesterol reduction drug, from a category of drugs like Lipitor; Statin drugs
Can you take your statin before cholesterol test?
It is generally recommended to avoid taking statins before a cholesterol test, as they can affect the accuracy of the results. However, you should follow your healthcare provider's specific instructions about whether to take your statin medication before a cholesterol test.
