Lipid-lowering Medicine May 2026

Statins remain the "gold standard" for lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol. They work by blocking an enzyme in your liver that produces cholesterol.

Some patients experience muscle aches (SAMS), though this affects only about 7–10% of users. Beyond Statins: When You Need More lipid-lowering medicine

A Critical Appraisal of Lipid Management in the Post-Statin Era - PMC Statins remain the "gold standard" for lowering LDL