Key study requirements • History of cardiovascular disease • 18 years of age or older with elevated “bad” cholesterol levels • On medication(s) to lower cholesterol (if applicable), such as statins Note: Other requirements will apply. Study overview • Attend study clinic visits and telephone visits for about 3 to 4 years. • Take either 1 study drug tablet or 1 placebo tablet (no active ingredients) by mouth once daily. • Continue taking your usual medication to lower cholesterol that was prescribed by your general practitioner (if applicable). • Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet and make or continue lifestyle changes as instructed by your general practitioner. |