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Understanding Statin Use in America and Gaps in Patient Education (USAGE): An Internet-Based Survey of 10,138 Current and Former Statin Users

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Cohen, Jerome D., Brinton, Eliot A., Ito, Matthew K., and Jacobson, Terry A.

Abstract:

Background: Statins substantially reduce cardiovascular disease risk and are generally well-tolerated, but many patients discontinue therapy. A better understanding of the characteristics of current and former statin users may be helpful for formulating strategies to improve long-term adherence. Objective: The Understanding Statin Use in America and Gaps in Education (USAGE)...

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. Cohen, MD, FACC, FAHA, FNLA 1* ; Eliot A. Brinton, MD, FAHA, FNLA 2 ; Matthew K. Ito, PharmD, FCCP