Can atorvastatin treat carotid artery plaques?

Atorvastatin refers to atorvastatin tablets. Atorvastatin calcium tablets can generally treat carotid artery plaques, although the specific effectiveness varies from person to person.

Carotid artery plaques are primarily caused by excessive consumption of high-fat and high-sugar foods, or obesity. When there is too much cholesterol in the blood, the normal blood flow rate is affected, leading to local material deposition in the carotid arteries, forming plaques. This results in narrowing of the carotid artery lumen and reduced arterial elasticity. Atorvastatin calcium belongs to lipid-regulating medications. Its active ingredients reduce the liver's ability to produce cholesterol, thereby decreasing the raw materials needed for plaque formation. This slows down the accumulation of carotid artery plaques and reduces vascular burden. Therefore, atorvastatin calcium tablets can be used to treat carotid artery plaques. Additionally, this medication is also effective in treating conditions such as acute coronary syndrome and ischemic cardiomyopathy. Patients should use this medication under a doctor's guidance. If a patient's condition is severe, using atorvastatin calcium alone may not achieve optimal therapeutic effects, and combination therapy with other medications may be necessary.

Patients are advised to maintain a light diet in daily life, avoid overexertion, control sodium intake, and regularly monitor blood pressure and blood glucose levels.