Results for tag: "Statin"

The Statin market is a subset of the Cardiovascular Drugs market, which includes medications used to treat and prevent heart disease. Statins are a type of drug used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. They work by blocking an enzyme in the liver that is responsible for producing cholesterol. Statins are typically prescribed to people with high cholesterol levels, as well as those with a history of heart disease. Statin drugs are available in both generic and brand-name forms. Common brand-name statins include Lipitor, Crestor, and Zocor. Generic statins are also available, such as atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, and simvastatin. In addition to statins, other cardiovascular drugs include antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and antiarrhythmics. These drugs are used to treat and prevent a variety of heart-related conditions, such as high blood pressure, stroke, and arrhythmia. Some of the major companies in the Statin market include Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Merck, and Novartis. Show Less Read more