Gene study boosts interest in heart drug Zetia
Scientists have discovered gene mutations that give people naturally lower cholesterol levels and cut their risk of heart disease in half.
Nov 12, 2014
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Scientists have discovered gene mutations that give people naturally lower cholesterol levels and cut their risk of heart disease in half.
Nov 12, 2014
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A major study lifts a cloud around Zetia and Vytorin, blockbuster drugs for lowering cholesterol. The study found that these pills modestly lower the risk of heart attacks and other problems in people at high risk for them—evidence ...
Nov 17, 2014
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Many U.S. adults believe that only extremely effective drugs without serious adverse effects are approved, but providing explanations to patients highlighting uncertainties about drug benefits may affect their choices, according ...
Sep 12, 2011
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(AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration says Merck's cholesterol drug Vytorin helps reduce heart attack, stroke and related problems in patients with kidney disease, a potential new use for the blockbuster drug.
Oct 31, 2011
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Most people have heard of "cholesterol levels" and the dangers of high blood cholesterol, which is one of the main causes of cardiovascular disease. But besides the harmful side effects of high cholesterol, cholesterol is ...
Sep 20, 2019
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