"polypill" to reduce the risk of MIs and strokes
May 2009
People are hearing (again) about a "polypill" to reduce the risk of MIs and strokes.
We often joke about putting statins, aspirin, or ACE inhibitors in the water because they work so well to lower cardiovascular risk.
Now researchers are testing a combination pill that can be given to anyone over a certain age...such as 55...to reduce the risk of MIs and stroke.
Get concise, unbiased advice for effective drug therapy, plus CE/CME
Prescriber's Letter includes:
- 12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and guidelines
- 48+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
- Quick reference drug comparison charts
- Access to the entire archive
Already a subscriber? Log in
Volume pricing available. Get a quote