Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
Any of a class of drugs, the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, that lower the amount of cholesterol in the blood by inhibiting an enzyme involved in its biosynthesis.
Forms
- Plural
- statins
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| statin | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.