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Your Guide to Statins
Statins are generally well-tolerated, but like all medications, they can cause side effects in some people.
Common side effects of statins include:
- muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (myalgia)
- joint pain
- headache
- nausea or vomiting
- constipation
- diarrhea
- rash or flushing
Rare but serious side effects of statins can include:
- liver damage (elevated liver enzymes)
- muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis), which can lead to kidney damage
- increased blood sugar levels or the development of type 2 diabetes
- neurological side effects such as memory loss or confusion
According to a by the US Preventive Services Task Force, statin therapy for preventing heart disease in adults without prior heart events has an association with low risk of death and cardiovascular issues.
However, high intensity statin use had links with a higher risk of diabetes in one study. Overall, statins do not have an association with serious side effects like muscle pain or liver issues.
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