ATC C10 — Lipid modifying agents
ATC group C10 covers Lipid modifying agents. 2 of the active ingredients in this catalogue fall into this group, including Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin.
Active ingredients
- C10AA05AtorvastatinHMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)
Atorvastatin is a high-intensity statin used in adults for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. It inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reducing LDL cholesterol and lowering the risk of cardiovascular events.
- C10AA07RosuvastatinHMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)
Rosuvastatin is a high-intensity statin used in adults for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. It inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reduces LDL cholesterol substantially and lowers the risk of cardiovascular events.
Medications
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