High LDL cholesterol mostly belongs to the category of “lipid turbidity” in Chinese medicine. High LDL cholesterol can be regulated by traditional Chinese medicine, such as taking Lipitor capsule, Lipotropic capsule, Tongxin lipid-lowering tablets and so on.
1. Lipitor capsule: mainly composed of red yeast, its efficacy is to strengthen the spleen and eliminate food, remove dampness and phlegm, activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis, which is beneficial to the treatment or improvement of spleen stasis obstruction, symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, headache, etc., and it can also be used for the treatment of hyperlipidemia and auxiliary treatment of hyperlipidemia and other cardio-cerebral and cerebral vascular diseases caused by atherosclerosis.
However, pregnant women and lactating women should be cautious of lipitor capsules, has not been clear adverse effects.
2.Lipotropic Capsule: It is composed of hawthorn (core removed), Prepared Polygonum multiflorum, Cassia seed, Lotus leaf, which can lower blood lipids, soften blood vessels, and help to enhance coronary artery circulation, anti-arrhythmia as well as treat or improve hyperlipidemia. This product should be used with caution in pregnant women, and the adverse effects are not clear.
3. Lipid-lowering Tablets: composed of penstemon, chuanxiong, lotus leaf and panax ginseng, it has the efficacy of lowering lipids and resolving turbidities, activating blood circulation, and can be used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia, and also can be used in the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis. The adverse reactions and contraindications of this product are not clear.
Reasonable use of the above Chinese medicine is conducive to the regulation of high LDL cholesterol, however, in order to ensure the safety of medication, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to use the medication, do not blindly use the medication on your own to prevent mistakes. In addition, it is recommended to have a scientific diet and regular physical exercise to prevent obesity.