Statin Use Linked to Reduced Death Risk in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients
Study authors analyzed data from 10,541 hospitalized patients with active COVID-19 disease to evaluate the relationship between the use of statins and COVID-19 outcomes.
Hyperlipoproteinemias
Cholesterol Management Supplement Found to Contain Undeclared Rx Ingredient
Cholestene, a dietary supplement marketed for cholesterol management, has been found to contain a hidden drug ingredient, according to the Food and Drug Administration. Based on laboratory analysis, the product, which is sold on various websites and in some retail stores, has been found to contain lovastatin, an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). Consuming a supplement…
Risk of Muscle Problems Based on Statin Therapy Intensity Investigated
Small increases in the risk for statin-associated muscle symptoms were observed for patients on high-intensity therapy.
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