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Suggest Medicine For High Cholesterol
Was on Simvastatin (high cholesterol) and read in AARP that it is a statin and causes symptoms that I have had since taking it and they are increasing…dizziness, loss of short term memory, vision issues . What other meds can I take for high cholesterol that do NOT cause these side effects. Stopped taking Simvastatin on my own and the doctor reluctantly agreed with the AARP article and told me to take Garlic and Flaxseed oil…but with no recommendations of dosages. What is your professional opinion…can you advise? PLEASE CANCEL…DID NOT KNOW THERE WOULD BE A CHARGE. THANKS ANYWAY...
Fri, 30 Aug 2019
Hi,
Simvastatin is an old statin and has various side effects. Atorvastatin is a better alternative.Though it may cause dizziness but is mostly well tolerated. Garlic and Flaxseed oil may not give the desired results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care. All the best.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Simvastatin is an old statin and has various side effects. Atorvastatin is a better alternative.Though it may cause dizziness but is mostly well tolerated. Garlic and Flaxseed oil may not give the desired results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care. All the best.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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