Cholesterol-lowering pills could help more people cut their risk of heart attacks and stroke, guidelines say.
- which advises the NHS - says people should be thoroughly assessed before statins are prescribed, warning the pills are not a quick fix or substitute for a healthy diet and exercise.
In England, high cholesterol leads to over 7% of all deaths and affects up to 60% of adults, NICE says. But NICE now says including adults with a one in 20 chance could save 2% of them from having a heart attack or stroke during that period.The most worrying side effect is a rare condition called myopathy, where muscle is damaged.Spokesman Paul Chrisp said patients should discuss the benefits and risks with their doctor, adding: "The evidence is clear, in our view, that for people with a risk of 10% or less over 10 years, statins are an appropriate choice.
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