Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that may interact with other medications and supplements, such as statins, thiazide ...

During the past 20 years, the percentage of patients with HF and preserved systolic function has been increasing and may account for 30% to 40% of patients admitted with a diagnosis of HF. 56 This is ...

Current AHA guidelines call for healthy Americans to bring LDL below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) of blood, while those who’ve had a heart attack or stroke are encouraged to drop LDL at least ...

Atorvastatin is more effective in lowering cholesterol, as it has been shown in clinical studies to reduce LDL levels more than simvastatin. When atorvastatin is dosed at 40–80 mg once a day, it is ...

Some research supports statin use for people with kidney disease or kidney failure and heart disease. Other research recommends caution for those with kidney issues. Heart disease is a major cause ...