Coping with statin side effects
Some people experience muscle aches or muscle cramps, but trying these tips may help.
About 10% to 20% of inidividuals who take statins report that they experience muscle pain or muscle cramps.
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Statins, such as atorvastatin (Lipitor), simvastatin (Zocor), rosuvastatin (Crestor), and lovastatin (Mevacor), are commonly prescribed medications that lower "bad" LDL cholesterol and have been shown to help reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.
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