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The FDA just approved a new cholesterol pill—here’s what cardiologists want you to know
Not to be confused with statins, this new pill is the first of its kind.
FDA approves a first-of-its-kind pill to cut cholesterol in high-risk patients
The drug from Merck was OK'd for patients with artery-clogging cholesterol that persists even after taking statins.
FDA approves first-of-its-kind cholesterol pill, on par with injectable drugs
Merck will market Lipfendra, which is a first-of-its-kind pill that can reduce cholesterol in a way that’s previously only ...
FDA Approves First-of-Its-Kind Cholesterol Pill, Ushering In New Wave of Treatment
Lipfendra, to be taken once a day, is designed to help lower cholesterol levels beyond what statins alone can achieve.
A Novel Pill For Cholesterol: FDA Approves Lipfendra
On July 16, 2026, the FDA approved the first pill version of this same idea: Lipfendra (enlicitide), a once-daily tablet for adults with high cholesterol (LDL-C), including an inherited form called ...
FDA approves new cholesterol-lowering pill
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new cholesterol-lowering pill that could help reduce LDL, or the so-called “bad” cholesterol. Dr. Jeffrey Berman, ...
Scientific American magazine
FDA approves cholesterol pill more powerful than statins
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new cholesterol-busting drug that appears to reduce harmful cholesterol far below levels than can be achieved using statins. Statins have long been ...
ABC7
FDA approves 1st-of-its-kind pill to reduce cholesterol
The FDA has approved a first-of-its-kind pill that can lower "bad" LDL cholesterol with a daily pill instead of a shot. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved on Thursday a first-of-its-kind ...
Los Angeles Times
FDA approves a first-of-its-kind pill to cut cholesterol in high-risk patients
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a first-of-its-kind pill that can drastically reduce ...
Associated Press
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 in a way that’s previously only been available with expensive, injectable drugs. The drug ...