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Leqvio: Uses, How It Works, and Common Side Effects

Leqvio is a treatment designed to help lower LDL cholesterol in adults, especially when combined with changes to your diet and statin therapy.

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Leqvio is a treatment designed to help lower LDL cholesterol in adults, especially when combined with changes to your diet and statin therapy.

It is given as an injection under the skin by a healthcare provider as a single dose, again at 3 months, and then every 6 months.

As an siRNA drug, it works by targeting a protein in the liver called PCSK9.

By limiting this protein, Leqvio allows the liver to remove more LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream, helping to lower overall cholesterol levels.

While Leqvio is generally well-tolerated, some people may experience side effects like redness, pain, or bruising at the injection site, joint pain, or bronchitis.

This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Always consult with your healthcare provider.

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