RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Polypill May Offer Increased Protection against Cardiovascular Disease in Patients with Average Risk Factors
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2009
FD SAGE Publications
VO 9
IS 2
SP 15
OP 16
DO 10.1177/155989770902007
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/9/2/15.abstract
AB Results of the Indian Polycap Study [TIPS; NCT00443794] indicate that it may be possible for individuals who have average risk factors for cardiovascular disease to significantly reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke through the use of a single pill—the Polycap™—which combines low doses of thiazide (12.5 mg), atenolol (50 mg), ramipril (5 mg), simvastatin (20 mg), and aspirin (100 mg).