The Latest Breaking News from Cholesterol

FDA Approves the First Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor, Ending the Injection-Only Era for a Major Cholesterol Drug Class

FDA approved Lipfendra (enlicitide), the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor for adults with high LDL cholesterol. What it changes and what remains unknown.

Medical Daily · Jul 27

US FDA approves world's first oral cholesterol-lowering pill: What it means for patients

The FDA has approved Lipfendra, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, for high cholesterol. This new once-daily pill offers an alternative to injectable cholesterol-lowering medications. It is intended for adults with high cholesterol, including those with familial hypercholesterolemia. The drug significantly reduces bad cholesterol levels when used with diet and exercise. Lipfendra…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

7 Foods That Naturally Cleanse Your Kidneys Every Day

Your kidneys work around the clock, filtering nearly 50 gallons of blood every day to remove waste, balance fluids, and keep your body functioning properly. Yet most people don't think about their kidney health until a problem appears. The good news is that certain everyday foods contain nutrients that support…

MyLifeXP · Jul 27

Why the same foods you eat during the day can lead to belly fat, higher blood sugar & poorer cholesterol levels at night; study has the answer

Night owls consuming high-energy foods late at night show greater body fat. Evening-types eat less in the morning and more after 8 pm. This eating pattern is associated with higher body fat percentage and obesity risk. Women preferring later bedtimes had poorer lipid profiles and glucose regulation. Meal timing, especially…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

US obesity crisis: Not losing weight despite exercising? American Heart Association study reveals the surprising truth about your health beyond the scale, blood pressure and cholesterol

Weight loss tips: Regular exercise offers significant health benefits, even without substantial weight loss. Increasing physical activity alone may not lead to major weight reduction. Strength training is crucial for preserving muscle mass during weight loss efforts. Maintaining weight loss often requires more extensive physical activity weekly. Successful weight management…

The Economic Times · Jul 19

Merck gets US FDA nod for first-in-its-class oral cholesterol drug

The U.S. FDA has approved Merck's new cholesterol-lowering pill, Lipfendra. This oral medication works by blocking the PCSK9 protein, which helps lower bad cholesterol. Lipfendra offers an alternative for patients who dislike injectable treatments for heart disease. The drug is priced at $10.50 daily and will be available soon. Merck…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

FDA approves a first-of-its-kind pill to cut cholesterol in high-risk patients

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a first-of-its-kind pill that can drastically reduce cholesterol

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Drugmaker Merck announces approval of new cholesterol-fighting drug

Lipfendra can be taken in conjunction with or an alternative to statins, the most prescribed medication in the US

The Guardian - US · Jul 16

FDA Clears First Of Its Kind Cholesterol Medication: Lipfendra Makes History

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Merck's Lipfendra (enlicitide), making it the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor available in the United States and offering millions of patients with high cholesterol a new alternative to injectable therapies.

International Business Times · Jul 16

The Health Tests You Should Get In Your 20s Even If You Feel Perfectly Healthy

Feeling healthy does not always mean everything is perfect inside your body. High cholesterol, vitamin deficiencies, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even certain infections can go unnoticed for years without causing obvious symptoms. Your 20s are the ideal time to create a baseline for your health. Regular screenings are not…

MyLifeXP · Jul 15