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What Causes Muscle Pain While Taking Statin?
my total Cholesterol is high (close to 300) my HDL is 50, but my LDL and Triglycerides are high. I have been on 2 different statin meds, both of which made my muscles ache. a recent heart scan showed zero plaque in my arteries.Is there a reason I should take a statin drug?
Thu, 27 Feb 2020
Hello,
Statin can cause rarely causes serious adverse effects like myopathy. In that case, statins must be stopped and alternatives must be started. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Statin can cause rarely causes serious adverse effects like myopathy. In that case, statins must be stopped and alternatives must be started. Consult a physician and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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