High Cholesterol (Dyslipidemia) Management in India

Treatment targets depend on your overall heart risk. People with diabetes, existing heart disease or very high LDL levels need stricter targets.

Inherited conditions such as familial hypercholesterolaemia can cause very high cholesterol from a young age and need early treatment.

• High LDL cholesterol — the main driver of plaque build-up in arteries
• High triglycerides — linked to diet, alcohol, diabetes and obesity; very high levels can cause pancreatitis
• Low HDL cholesterol — associated with higher heart risk
• Mixed dyslipidemia — a combination of abnormal lipids, common in diabetes
• Familial hypercholesterolaemia — an inherited condition with very high LDL
• High lipoprotein(a) — an inherited risk factor for heart disease

• Adults with high cholesterol on a routine test
• People with diabetes, hypertension or obesity
• People with a family history of early heart attack
• Patients with existing heart disease or stroke
• Patients who cannot tolerate or are not at target on current medicines

Evaluation includes a detailed history, family history and examination, followed by tests to measure lipids and assess heart risk.

Treatment is personalised to your heart risk and lipid levels:

A heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, weight loss and limiting alcohol can lower cholesterol and triglycerides significantly.

The first-line medicines that lower LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Ezetimibe, bempedoic acid or injectable PCSK9 inhibitors for patients who need further LDL lowering.

Diet changes, control of sugar and medicines such as fibrates or omega-3 therapy when needed.

The cost of high cholesterol (dyslipidemia) management in India depends on the tests and treatment required. Indicative costs at accredited hospitals are:

These figures are indicative and may vary by hospital, city and individual medical needs. Share your reports with us for a personalised, no-obligation estimate.

Factors affecting the cost:

• Overall heart risk and tests needed
• Choice of medicines
• Need for cardiology evaluation
• Hospital category and city

Cholesterol responds well to treatment, and regular monitoring keeps you on target.

Typical stay in India: 2–3 days for evaluation and treatment planning.

Treatment is generally safe when given under medical supervision. Possible side effects include:

• Muscle aches — with statins in some patients; often managed by changing the dose or medicine
• Liver enzyme changes — monitored with blood tests
• Slight rise in blood sugar — with statins in some people; the heart benefits outweigh this risk
• Injection-site reactions — with injectable therapies

Your care team will explain the benefits and risks of each option before starting treatment.

• Choose whole grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts and healthy oils
• Limit fried foods, red meat, full-fat dairy and baked snacks
• Cut down on sugar and refined carbohydrates to lower triglycerides
• Exercise for at least 150 minutes per week
• Limit alcohol and stop smoking
• Take medicines regularly even when you feel well

1. Share your reports — send your recent tests and medical history for a free specialist review.
2. Get a treatment plan and estimate — receive hospital options, the suggested plan and an indicative cost.
3. Travel assistance — help with the medical visa invitation letter, airport pickup and accommodation.
4. Evaluation and treatment — consultation, tests and therapy at an accredited hospital with a dedicated coordinator.
5. Return home with follow-up — discharge summary, medication plan and remote follow-up with your doctor.