Statin drugs are used to lower cholesterol levels by inhibiting the enzyme reductase, which plays a central role in the production of cholesterol in the liver. Increased cholesterol levels have been associated with cardiovascular diseases. A new study published in The European Heart Journal reports that statin drugs have proven effective for the prevention of heart attack, coronary heart disease, and may also reduce the risk for infectious disease.
A clinical trial of atorvastatin (brand name Lipitor) for prevention of heart problems in people with high blood pressure resulted in a 35 percent reduction in relative risk of nonfatal heart attack and fatal coronary heart disease. To the surprise of the researchers, the drug appea
rs to reduce the risk for infections as well...and wasn't that a nice surprise.
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