Total cholesterol 6.9mmol/L usually requires medication.
Total cholesterol value is normally <5.2mmol/L, total cholesterol 6.9mmol/L has exceeded the above range, usually need to be treated under doctor’s supervision.
If total cholesterol is elevated for a short period of time, you may consider adopting an improved diet, consuming more fresh vegetables and fruits, maintaining a low-salt, low-fat and low-sugar diet, and exercising moderately. If there is no improvement, you may consider taking medication under doctor’s supervision, such as atorvastatin calcium tablets.
If you are currently found to have high cholesterol, the medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor, and should not be taken without authorization to avoid adverse reactions. Cholesterol should also be tested regularly during the period, and then the treatment program should be adjusted appropriately according to the recovery of the condition.