High Cholesterol Treatment

High cholesterol means there is too much cholesterol in your blood, especially the bad type (LDL cholesterol). When levels are too high, this fatty substance can build up inside your arteries, making them narrower and harder for blood to flow through. This increases your risk of serious problems like heart attacks and strokes.

You can’t feel high cholesterol, which is why regular cholesterol checks are important.

High cholesterol cannot be fully cured, but it can be managed successfully. With the right treatment plan, you can lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of health complications. This may involve lifestyle changes, prescription medication, or both.

Some people can control their levels through healthy habits alone, while others may need long-term medication to keep their cholesterol in check.

Yes, there are natural ways to help manage cholesterol and support heart health. These include:

• Eating a heart-healthy diet (low in saturated fats and high in fruits, veg, and fibre)

• Exercising regularly

• Maintaining a healthy weight

• Avoiding smoking and reducing alcohol

• Supplements such as omega-3s, plant sterols, or fibre (with medical advice)

Always check with your doctor before starting supplements or natural remedies to make sure they are safe for you.

Treatment for high cholesterol usually combines healthy lifestyle habits with prescription medication. Your GP or prescriber may recommend:

• Statins – the most common type of medication

• Other options like bile acid binders, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, or PCSK9 inhibitors for certain cases

• Ongoing lifestyle advice including changes to your diet, activity levels, and weight management

The goal is to keep cholesterol levels in a healthy range and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Cholesterol treatments are available in:

• Tablets or capsules, taken daily (most commonly statins)

• Injections, used less often but helpful for certain people

• Lifestyle changes, such as a better diet and more exercise

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your needs and any existing health conditions.

Yes. Most cholesterol-lowering medicines, including statins, need a prescription.

At PharmXtra, you can complete a quick and confidential online consultation. A registered independent prescriber will review your details and, if appropriate, prescribe a suitable treatment. Your medication will be delivered discreetly to your door anywhere in the UK.