Simvastatin - Product Introduction
Definition: Simvastatin is a prescription medication belonging to the statin class of drugs. It works by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme responsible for cholesterol production in the liver.
Functions:
· Cholesterol Reduction: Simvastatin effectively lowers LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and total cholesterol levels in the blood, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease.
· Triglyceride Lowering: It also helps reduce elevated triglyceride levels.
· HDL Enhancement: Simvastatin may increase HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol that helps clear excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.
Applications:
· Hyperlipidemia Treatment: Simvastatin is commonly prescribed to treat high cholesterol and lipid disorders such as hyperlipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia.
· Cardiovascular Risk Reduction: It is used to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events in patients with high cholesterol or at risk of cardiovascular disease.
· Prevention of Atherosclerosis: By lowering cholesterol, simvastatin helps slow or prevent the progression of atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries).
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