Tag: cetp inhibitors

The cholesterol was lower but there was no difference in heart health; the questionable science behind cholesterol lowering drugs.

The cholesterol was lower but there was no difference in heart health; the questionable science behind cholesterol lowering drugs. Doctors acknowledge that many patients do not tolerate statin drugs, as they lower cholesterol, leaving a wake of damage to the liver, muscles and brain if not monitored closely. A new class of drugs which are expensive, and do not have the same side effects of statins had been recently studies for their potential of improving cardiovascular health.  CETP inhibitors such as evacetrapib were thought to be a better way to achieve what cardiologists wanted, a safer way to achieve improved cardiovascular Read More »