What are the Negative Side Effects of Statin Drugs?

Adverse effects of Statin Statins are generally perceived28 as well-tolerated. The most common adverse side effects are raised liver enzymes and muscle problems. In clinical trials, reported adverse effects are low; but "higher in studies of real world use", and more varied.28 Statins increased the risk of an adverse effect by 39% compared to placebo (odds ratios 1.4); two-thirds of these were myalgia or raised liver enzymes with serious adverse effects similar to placebo.29 Some patients on statin therapy report myalgias,30 muscle cramps,30 or, less frequently, gastrointestinal or other symptoms.

Similar symptoms are also reported with placebo use in all the large statin safety/efficacy trials and usually resolve, either on their own or on temporarily lowering/stopping the dosecitation needed. Liver enzyme derangements may also occur, typically in about 0.5%,citation needed are also seen at similar rates with placebo use and repeated enzyme testing, and generally ... more.

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