Health News
Fighting the Bad Cholesterol
Not all cholesterol is bad. However, one type of cholesterol is especially harmful. When the body has too much of this "bad" cholesterol, the heart is in danger.
Generic Statins as Good as Brand Name
Statins are medications used for the treatment of high cholesterol. They come in many branded and generic forms. Does it matter which one a physician prescribes?
Merck Expects FDA's Review for Ezetimibe Atorvastatin
Merck (NYSE: MRK ), known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, announced today that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has acknowledged the resubmission of a New Drug Application (NDA) for ezetimibe and atorvastatin tablets, an investigational combination medicine.
FDA Approves Juxtapid for Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved JUXTAPID™ ( lomitapide ) capsules as an adjunct to a low-fat diet and other lipid-lowering treatments, including LDL apheresis where available, to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol ( LDL-C ), total cholesterol ( TC ), apolipoprotein B ( apo B) and non-high density lipoprotein cholesterol ( non-HDL ) in patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia ( HoFH ).
Too Much Treatment for Diabetic Hearts
To reduce the risk of heart disease in people with diabetes, doctors often prescribe drugs to lower cholesterol. However, these drugs could do more harm than good for some patients.
Diabetes-Lipitor Link Isn't Found in Everyone
Drug treatment can prevent heart problems for those at risk. However, certain drugs may lead to other serious health issues, including diabetes.
Heart Health for the Mentally Ill
Don’t be afraid to speak openly with a physician about medical needs. People with severe mental illness can also have high blood pressure and high cholesterol in need of management.
Large Quantity of Generic Lipitor Recalled
Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc. has announced a large-scale recall of atorvastatin calcium, the generic form of the popular cholesterol medication, Lipitor, because it may be contaminated with tiny pieces of glass.
It's the Pharmacist Calling
When life is busy, a trip to the pharmacy for a new prescription can be a hassle. A recent study found that a reminder might be helpful.
Ranbaxy Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Atorvastatin Calcium
On November 9, 2012, Ranbaxy Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of 41 affected lots of atorvastatin calcium tablets (10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg) which is a solid oral dosage form, to the retail level.