Cases where the xanthelasma is relatively minor and has a low profile may be treated with prescription statins. These drugs treat high cholesterol and often reduce the size of xanthelasma. A benefit of this treatment is that it's often covered by insurance, even if your xanthelasma is only causing cosmetic issues.

Will statins get rid of xanthelasma?

Medication: A study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology suggests that the statin drug simvastatin (Zocor) — which treats high cholesterol — may also treat xanthelasma.

Do xanthelasma indicate raised cholesterol?

Xanthelasma are always benign; that is, they're not cancerous and they don't spread the way a cancer might. They rarely impair vision. But they can be a sign of hyperlipidemia — high levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, or other lipids (fats) in the blood.