2 Common Myths About Cholesterol Medications

High cholesterol is a common problem. It affects about 38 percent of adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This means many Americans need to use medicines that lower cholesterol, such as statins. Despite how helpful these medicines can be, some common myths about cholesterol medicines have formed.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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Sanjai Sinha, MD

Sanjai Sinha, MD, is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in internal medicine.

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