Adding fluorine to drug molecules can be tricky, but is often worthwhile. Rachel Brazil talks to the chemists trying to tame ...

"This paper extends our current knowledge of the effectiveness of this class of medications ... the study by the story of statin drugs, like Lipitor, which are prescribed to treat high cholesterol.

And while they share many of the same side effects, they also cause different problems. Crestor and Lipitor are both statins, a class of medications that improve your health by: Lowering cholesterol ...

The ATOMIX multicentre, controlled clinical trial compared the efficacy and safety of atorvastatin and bezafibrate in patients with diet-resistant combined hyperlipidaemia. Patients and study ...

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is a major health concern worldwide and requires effective preventive measures. Lp(a) (lipoprotein [a]) has recently garnered attention as an independent risk ...

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Reyvow (lasmiditan) is a brand-name oral tablet that’s prescribed for migraine treatment. Reyvow has interactions with alcohol, some other drugs, and certain supplements. Examples include ...

Statins are a class of prescription drugs designed to lower high cholesterol. Although statins are very effective, they’re not for everybody. This medication can also lower your body’s levels ...