Blood pressure and statins Flashcards
1
Q
What is a statin?
A
Statins are a group of medicines that can help lower the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood
2
Q
How do statins work?
A
Statins work by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver and helping the liver remove cholesterol that is already in the blood. Statins may also reduce inflammation in the artery walls.
