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1. www.drugs.com › condition › hyperlipidemiaList of 58 High Cholesterol Medications Compared - Drugs.com

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   Feb 19, 2024 · Compare 58 drugs that may be used to treat high cholesterol, also called hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia. Find ratings, reviews, dosage, interactions, side effects and more for each drug.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › highCholesterol medications: Consider the options - Mayo Clinic

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   Nov 3, 2022 · Your doctor might suggest a single drug or a combination of cholesterol medications. Here's an overview of the pros and cons for common classes of cholesterol medications.

   Drug Class	Benefits	Possible Side Effects
   Statins Atorvastatin ...	Decrease LDL and triglycerides; slightly ...	Muscle pain, increased blood sugar ...
   Cholesterol absorption inhibitor ...	Decreases LDL; slightly decreases ...	Stomach pain, diarrhea, fatigue, muscle ...
   PCSK9 inhibitors Alirocumab ...	Decrease LDL; usually reserved for people ...	Itching, swelling, pain or bruising at ...
   Citrate lyase inhibitors ...	Decrease LDL	Muscle spasms and joint pain, including ...

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3. www.healthline.com › cholesterol-medication-listCholesterol Medication List: Drugs for Lowering Cholesterol

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   Sep 7, 2022 · Learn about the different types of medications used to lower cholesterol, such as statins, bile acid sequestrants, and niacin. Find out how they work, who should take them, and what side effects they may have.

4. www.heart.org › cholesterol-medicationsCholesterol Medications | American Heart Association

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   • Statins. This class of drugs, also known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, works in the liver to prevent cholesterol from forming. This reduces the amount of cholesterol circulating in the blood.
   • Ezetimibe (cholesterol absorption inhibitors) Prevents cholesterol from being absorbed in the intestine. It’s the most commonly used non-statin agent.
   • Bile acid sequestrants. Also called bile acid-binding agents, cause the intestine to get rid of more cholesterol. Those available in the U.S. include: Cholestyramine (Questran®, Questran® Light, Prevalite®, Locholest®, Locholest® Light)
   • PCSK9 inhibitors. PCSK9 inhibitors are powerful LDL-lowering drugs. They bind to and inactivate a protein on cells found in the liver to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol.

5. www.healthgrades.com › cholesterol-medicationsCommonly Prescribed Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs - Healthgrades

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   Jan 21, 2022 · Learn about 10 drugs that doctors use to lower cholesterol, including statins, fibrates, and niacin. Find out how they work, what side effects they may have, and how to monitor your cholesterol levels.

6. www.medicalnewstoday.com › cholesterol-medicationsCholesterol medications: Types, benefits, and side effects

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   Jul 29, 2022 · Learn about different types of cholesterol-lowering medications, such as statins, ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, and more. Find out how they work, what side effects they may have, and how to take them safely.

7. www.webmd.com › cholesterol-medicationsCholesterol Medications - WebMD

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   Nov 3, 2022 · The following are some of the cholesterol medications available in the U.S.: Alirocumab ( Praluent) Atorvastatin ( Lipitor) Cholestyramine ( Prevalite, Questran, Questran lite) Colesevelam ...

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   What are the different cholesterol medication names?

   • Common cholesterol medication names in the US are statins such as Lipitor, Lescol, or Crestor. However, there are a number of other options. Your doctor will recommed the one that’s best for you. Cholesterol is a waxy lipid (fat) that has many important functions in your body, such as: Your liver produces all of the cholesterol your body needs.

   Cholesterol Medication List: Drugs for Lowering Cholesterol - Healthline

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   What are the different cholesterol medications for lowering high cholesterol?

   • Learn about the different cholesterol medications for lowering high cholesterol including Statins, HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, Selective cholesterol absorption inhibitors, Resins, bile acid sequestrant, bile acid-binding drugs, Lipid-Lowering Therapies.

   Cholesterol Medications | American Heart Association

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   What are the different types of LDL lowering drugs?

   • Those available in the U.S. include: PCSK9 inhibitors are powerful LDL-lowering drugs. They bind to and inactivate a protein on cells found in the liver to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol. Some names are alirocumab and evolocumab. ACLY inhibitors work in the liver to block the production of cholesterol.

   Cholesterol Medications | American Heart Association

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