Dyslipidemia induced by drugs used for the prevention and treatment of vascular diseases.
Title | Dyslipidemia induced by drugs used for the prevention and treatment of vascular diseases. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2011 |
Authors | Tziomalos, K., Athyros V. G., Karagiannis A., & Mikhailidis D. P. |
Journal | Open Cardiovasc Med J |
Volume | 5 |
Pagination | 85-9 |
Date Published | 2011 |
ISSN | 1874-1924 |
Abstract | Dyslipidemia is a major vascular risk factor. Interestingly, several agents used for the prevention and treatment of vascular diseases have an adverse effect on the lipid profile. In addition, agents belonging to the same class (e.g. beta blockers) can have significantly different actions on lipid levels. We summarize the effects of drugs used for the prevention and treatment of vascular diseases on the lipid profile. These effects should be considered when selecting a specific agent, particularly in high-risk patients. |
DOI | 10.2174/1874192401105010085 |
Alternate Journal | Open Cardiovasc Med J |
PubMed ID | 21769302 |
PubMed Central ID | PMC3137137 |