What are generic statins?

Statins are drugs that are used to lower the cholesterol level in the blood. They are used to treat patients with high blood pressure. High density lipoproteins are good for health. They also help in reducing the low density lipoprotein. Low density lipoprotein clogs the blood vessels and increases the blood pressure. It can result into many heart diseases. Statins can reduce the amount of low density lipoprotein in the body. There are many statins available in the market. Atorvastatin is a statin used to prevent heart attacks. These statins are usually expensive. However, Fluvastatin is the least expensive statin which is also equally effective as the rest of the statins. Lovastatin is used to lower blood pressure. It is the first statin to get the FDA approval. Simvastatin increases the level of high density lipoprotein. Increasing high density lipoprotein can greatly reduce the risk of getting a heart attack and other cardiovascular diseases.  Before using these drugs you must consult a doctor for proper medical advice to stay away from the side effects associated with these drugs.