Pharmacologic information on the major types of drugs used to lower serum cholesterol levels.
American Heart Association encyclopedia article on drugs for this purpose, discussing conditions treated, possible side effects, overdose signs, and other topics.
US NIH National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute advice on the use of medications to reduce LDL cholesterol. Includes discussions of statins, bile acid sequestrants, nicotinic acid, and fibrates.
Press releases and other current information on this group of medications.
"Advance for Nurses" professional educational material about this class of medications and their use in reducing hyperlipidemia.
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