Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs: Everything You and Your Family Need to Know

New Ways to Lower CholesterolToday, twenty percent of the population over the age of twenty are living with a silent but dangerous risk of coronary heart disease: a total serum cholesterol concentration in excess of 240 mg/dL. Half of all Americans have cholesterol levels higher than considered desirable and, for many, diet and exercise will bring the levels down. For others, many cholesterol-lowering drugs are available and may be the answer. This easy-to-understand Q & A guide provides all the information you and your family need if you are considering using a cholesterol-lowering drug, including: Profiles on all commonly used cholesterol-lowering prescription drugs---including Questran, Lescol, Pravachol, Zocor, Lopid, and Nicotinic AcidSide effects, interactions, warnings, and special information for women, children, and seniorsThe causes and dangers of high cholesterolThe effect of diet, exercise, and smokingAge, gender, and genetic factorsHow cholesterol-lowering drugs workEssential information on dosage, side effects, drug interactions and warningsSpecific information for women, children, and seniorsFrequently asked questionsAnd Much More!Nesto, Richard W. is the author of 'Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs: Everything You and Your Family Need to Know' with ISBN 9780380807796 and ISBN 0380807793.