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How Can Side Effects Of Statin Drugs Be Minimised?
I see new information that statins can cause memory loss, brain aging, diabetes and other frightening side effects. I am currently on the lowest dose available, and my cholesterol is is normally 200-210 without statins, which brought it down to 150 or less...I am concerned now about taking it. Thank you.
Tue, 16 Jan 2018
Hi,
I can understand your concern regarding statins.
I can assure you that apart from memory loss which is very less frequent,there are no frightening side effects of taking statins for a longer period.
Look,every medicine has some side effects but while prescribing a medicine we always weigh the benefits vs harm from the medicine.
So,do not worry.
I hope you got your answer.
Thanks,
Dr.Verma
I can understand your concern regarding statins.
I can assure you that apart from memory loss which is very less frequent,there are no frightening side effects of taking statins for a longer period.
Look,every medicine has some side effects but while prescribing a medicine we always weigh the benefits vs harm from the medicine.
So,do not worry.
I hope you got your answer.
Thanks,
Dr.Verma
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