Niacin has been promoted for decades as a high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-raising drug. It does increase HDL cholesterol (HDL-C) by reducing the number of small
by A Scriabine 2024Atorvastatin may increase HDL particles by decreasing activity of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP). Inhibitors of CETP are expected to increase. HDL
by RS Rosenson Cited by 42As examples, simvastatin and rosuvastatin appear to raise HDL cholesterol more as the dose is increased, while the increase in HDL cholesterol
While higher HDL levels are correlated with lower risk of cardiovascular diseases, no medication used to increase HDL has been proven to improve health. [2] [32] As of 2024, numerous lifestyle changes and drugs to increase HDL levels were under study. [2]
Rosuvastatin is an oral drug for lowering blood cholesterol levels. Rosuvastatin is used for the reduction of blood total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, and to increase HDL cholesterol levels.
There are several basic mechanisms by which a drug can raise HDL cholesterol: an increase in the uptake of cholesterol from tissues by HDLs; an increase in the transfer of cholesterol from other lipoproteins to HDLs; a reduction of the rate of transfer of cholesteryl esters from HDLs to the liver; and a reduction of cholesteryl ester transfer
by AG Olsson 2024 Cited by 20Treatment with the cholesterol ester transfer protein (CETP) inhibitor and HDL-increasing drug efficacy of drugs that increase HDL-C. Niacin may be a fruitful
People commonly wonder if medications can help increase their HDL level. Providers don't prescribe medications specifically to increase HDL. But
by RS Rosenson Cited by 42As examples, simvastatin and rosuvastatin appear to raise HDL cholesterol more as the dose is increased, while the increase in HDL cholesterol
Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robots does not apply here. Lots of possibilities.
Howard Campbell could be named after John W. Campbell who shaped sci-fi for the readers’ enjoyment.
Shame on HDL for not providing a sequel for his readers. Not nice to leave them hanging.
The story has a single focus. Expand the scope with subplots which become plots.
HDL, rewrite, edit and polish your story and sequel.
That’s how Sci-Fi Grandmasters are thusly honored by their works.
Best of luck in your endeavors.