Lipostat is primarily used to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, especially in people who have excessively high levels of these fats or have conditions that expose them to the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is also considered part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes changes in diet and exercise.
Lipostat works by inhibiting a specific enzyme in the liver responsible for producing cholesterol, which leads to a reduction in the level of bad cholesterol (LDL) and an increase in the level of good cholesterol (HDL). Its use is effective for people who have not shown an adequate response to lifestyle changes alone.