Advice From the Experts |
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After conducting large studies of patients with high cholesterol, health experts concluded that as cholesterol levels rise, an increase in the risk for heart disease follows. When cholesterol is lowered, the risk is lowered.
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THE EXPERTS' ADVISE: Start with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Always consult your doctor before beginning any diet or exercise program.
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In July 2004, the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) updated their Adult Treatment Panel (ATP) III guidelines with evidence taken from recent statin trials. The revised guidelines suggest even more intensive cholesterol treatment for people at moderately high or high risk for the most serious cardiac complications, such as heart attack or dying from coronary heart disease.
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Clinical trials support lower target LDL-C in select patient populations.
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Different risk categories require different treatment depending on their LDL number.
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Framingham Risk Calculator |
A risk assessment tool is available that predicts a person’s chance of having a heart attack in the next 10 years. This tool uses information based on the Framingham Heart Study, a study conducted under the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).
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| For high risk patients |
Cholesterol medication should be taken if LDL is 100 mg/dL or over1 |
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| For moderately high-risk patients |
Cholesterol medication should be taken if LDL is 130 mg/dL or over1
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| For moderate-risk patients |
Moderate risk patients should have an LDL goal of <130 mg/dL and should take cholesterol medication when LDL is ≥ 160 mg/dL1 |
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| For low-risk patients |
Low-risk patients should have an LDL goal of 160 mg/dL or less1 |
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LESCOL® XL taken just once a day can help you get to your cholesterol goal with proven tolerability. |
