Compositions and methods for lowering cholesterol while maintain

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1993-05-27

1997-09-02

Pase, Thurman K.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Preparations characterized by special physical form

Tablets, lozenges, or pills

424451, 424489, 514824, A61K 914, A61K 920, A61K 948

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ABSTRACT:
Compositions comprising a physiologically-acceptable antioxidant and a cholesterol-lowering agent for treating hypercholesterolemia and the accompanying lowering of antioxidant levels in an individual are disclosed. A preferred composition for use in reducing serum cholesterol levels while maintaining antioxidant levels in an individual comprises beta-carotene and gemfibrozil (LOPID.RTM.).

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