5-in-1 Polypill Could Also Prevent Stroke
Samina Esha — April 2, 2009 — Lifestyle
References: news.bbc
Who doesn’t dream of living longer? A 2005 study showed that the average first world human lives 77 to 83 years. But don't you want to live longer? With the help of a pill that can protect you from the biggest cause of death, heart disease, you might be able to.
Scientists have come up with a concept pill that can be taken by anyone over 55 years old to reduce 80% of heart disease. With the help of weight loss, and safe drugs like aspirin, statin and three blood pressure lowering drugs wrapped into a single Polypill, heart disease could be reduced.
The drug is still not on the counter; it has just been tested in India and shows great hope and was well tolerated by those who took it. It was trailed by 2,053 healthy individuals, without any major side-effect reduction seen in their blood pressure and cholesterol levels. A spokesman from British Heart Foundation said, “We now need further research to examine whether the Polypill actually reduces mortality.”
Researchers believe it will take at least five years to gather enough data to get the Polypill approved by drug regulators. If approved, the magic pill would be a cheap way to save lives of millions. So, if you want to deduct heart disease from your journal, keep an eye on the magical Polypill.
Scientists have come up with a concept pill that can be taken by anyone over 55 years old to reduce 80% of heart disease. With the help of weight loss, and safe drugs like aspirin, statin and three blood pressure lowering drugs wrapped into a single Polypill, heart disease could be reduced.
The drug is still not on the counter; it has just been tested in India and shows great hope and was well tolerated by those who took it. It was trailed by 2,053 healthy individuals, without any major side-effect reduction seen in their blood pressure and cholesterol levels. A spokesman from British Heart Foundation said, “We now need further research to examine whether the Polypill actually reduces mortality.”
Researchers believe it will take at least five years to gather enough data to get the Polypill approved by drug regulators. If approved, the magic pill would be a cheap way to save lives of millions. So, if you want to deduct heart disease from your journal, keep an eye on the magical Polypill.
Trend Themes
1. Polypill Development - The development of the 5-in-1 Polypill presents an opportunity for pharmaceutical companies to work on creating and marketing similar drugs that can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
2. Personalized Medicine - As more research is conducted on the efficacy of the Polypill, there could be an opportunity for personalized medicine that tailors the dosage and drug combination based on individual health needs.
3. Preventive Health - The introduction of a pill that can prevent heart disease and stroke could encourage individuals to take a more proactive approach to their health and lead to a growing market for preventive health products and services.
Industry Implications
1. Pharmaceuticals - The pharmaceutical industry could benefit from the development of the Polypill and be able to offer an alternative drug for the prevention of heart disease and stroke.
2. Healthcare - The introduction of a pill that can prevent heart disease and stroke could change the landscape of healthcare, with a focus on preventive care and early detection of heart disease.
3. Wellness - The Polypill could potentially be marketed as a wellness product that can help individuals reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke and promote a healthier lifestyle.
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