Medication for High Low-Density-Lipoprotein Levels

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When will my doctor recommend cholesterol medication?

Medication for High Low-Density-Lipoprotein Levels

Drug therapy is recommended if a patient?s Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) level is over 100. For very high-risk patients, some medical professionals will recommend medication if this number is over 70.

   

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