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How does atorem work? Understanding the Statin's Mechanism of Action

4 min read
Over 92 million adults in the United States take statins to lower their cholesterol, a class of drugs that includes Atorem. Atorem, a brand name for the active substance atorvastatin, works by targeting the liver's natural cholesterol production process to reduce the amount of harmful lipids in the bloodstream.

What Drug is Altoprev and How Does It Work?

4 min read
Over 94 million U.S. adults age 20 or older have total cholesterol levels higher than 200 mg/dL. **What drug is Altoprev?** It is the brand name for an extended-release version of lovastatin, a medication prescribed to manage high cholesterol.

What Pill Is LL C04?: Identifying Simvastatin 40 mg

3 min read
According to the CDC, nearly 94 million US adults have high cholesterol, a key risk factor for heart disease. For those with high cholesterol, medication is often a critical part of a treatment plan. If you have discovered a brick-red pill with the imprint 'LL C04', it is most likely Simvastatin 40 mg, a medication used to treat this condition.