Molecule of the Week
October 24, 2005
Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin is typically used for lowering cholesterol and has been shown to be effective in preventing cardiovascular disease. Atorvastatin has also shown promise in treating Alzheimer's disease and preventing melanoma and colon cancer.
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