Treatment Tips

1. It is important for all patients to maintain a heart healthy diet and exercise even after medication is started. Medication is not intended to replace a healthy diet and exercise but to support it.
2. Even after LDL levels have reached the recommended goal it is important to continue a heart healthy diet and exercise to maintain these levels.
3. It is important to reduce your risk of heart disease by eliminating other controllable factors such as smoking, over consumption of alcohol or illicit drug use.
4. Keep an ongoing dated record of your cholesterol goals and levels.
5. It is important to keep all blood testing appointments arranged by your health care provider. Blood tests are important for monitoring cholesterol levels, liver and kidney function.