The role of statin therapy in primary prevention is uncertain for patients whose cholesterol levels are not markedly elevated. Among such patients, elevated levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive ...

Statins, which are prescription drugs that can reduce cholesterol levels and lower the risk for heart disease, don’t affect kidney function, new research shows.

Many older people develop chronic kidney disease and are also likely to be on cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins.

Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, have no effect on kidney function, a research team led by the University of ...

There are concerns that the benefits have been exaggerated and the risks have been underplayed. Also, the raw data on the efficacy and safety of statins are being kept secret and have not been ...

Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, have no effect on kidney function, a research team led by the University of Iowa has found.

Rhabdomyolysis is a relatively uncommon, but potentially serious or even fatal, side effect of lipid-lowering drugs, such as statins and fibrates. In a study using 11 HMO databases, researchers ...

More Americans than ever are taking statins. But just because you’re eligible, does that mean you should take one? The quick and short answer is, yes! If diet and exercise aren’t enough ...

There is decreased risk for MACE, stroke, and mortality in patients with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation who regularly use statins.

BACKGROUND: The American Heart Association (AHA), in conjunction with the National Institutes of Health, annually reports the most up-to-date statistics related to heart disease, stroke, and ...

Despite ongoing discussions, based on current data, the consensus in the medical community strongly supports the benefits of statin therapy outweighing the potential risks. “I anticipate there ...