2023-10-28 00:02:58
In response to the global concern about cardiovascular diseases, medicine has acted, which is why we tell you that Spain receives the first RNA drug to lower cholesterol.
What is the name of the medicine to lower cholesterol?
According to international media, the medicine that will be arriving in Spain at the end of the year to lower cholesterol is called Inclisirán and was approved by the European Medicines Agency since 2020 for this purpose.
In fact, this active ingredient (Inclisiran) is also already approved by the FDA, according to an article published by the United States National Library of Medicine.
What is relevant about this new medicine is that its RNA technology (like that of some vaccines against Covid 19) has been shown to have an effective reduction of up to 54% of bad cholesterol in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
The way it does this is that RNA helps limit the production of LDL or bad cholesterol to keep it at more stable levels by blocking the enzyme PCSK9, which is responsible for keeping bad cholesterol elevated.
RNA is capable of blocking this enzyme to leave bad cholesterol levels stable and its effectiveness lasts up to 6 months, so the administration in Spain will be two doses per year in seriously ill patients starting November 1.
On the other hand, everything seems to indicate that the medicine will be available for private acquisition, that is, the government will not be the only one that can administer it, although it is important to mention that the use of this RNA drug to lower cholesterol It does not replace the pills previously prescribed by the doctor.
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What increases bad cholesterol?
LDL cholesterol, commonly known as “bad cholesterol,” tends to increase in the body due to several factors.
First, a diet rich in saturated fats and trans fats, present in foods such as processed meats, fried products, cakes and cookies, can raise LDL cholesterol levels.
In addition, lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle can contribute to an increase in bad cholesterol, since regular exercise helps maintain a healthy balance of lipids in the body.
Genetic factors also play an important role, as some people have a hereditary predisposition to high levels of LDL cholesterol. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can also increase bad cholesterol and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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How to reduce bad cholesterol?
You should reduce your intake of saturated fats and trans fats, present in processed foods, fried foods and baked goods, and opt for healthy fats such as those found in olive oil, avocados and nuts. Increasing your intake of soluble fiber through foods such as oats, legumes, and fruits can also help reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
In addition to diet, regular exercise is essential. Engaging in aerobic physical activity, such as walking, swimming, or cycling, can increase HDL cholesterol (the “good” cholesterol) and lower LDL. Maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding tobacco also contributes positively.
Together, these lifestyle changes can help naturally lower LDL cholesterol and promote optimal cardiovascular health so you don’t have to use the RNA drug that lowers cholesterol and will enter Spain in November 2023.
If you want to know how cholesterol impacts your body, we share this video with you.
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