Learn what statins are used for, how they work, their benefits, common side effects, and expert answers to concerns about ...

Statins are the go-to medications for lowering “bad” LDL cholesterol, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and ...

Oct. 15 -- WEDNESDAY, Oct. 14 (HealthDay News) -- U.S. researchers have identified a common gene mutation linked to side effects in people taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs. Statins can reduce ...

A new discovery may explain why so many people abandon cholesterol-lowering statins because of muscle pain and weakness.

With 38% of U.S. adults living with high cholesterol, experts say understanding how statins work — and whether you need them ...

SaveHealth reports on cholesterol medications, detailing common types like statins, their effects, and safety considerations ...

Few medicines have sparked as much debate as statins. Cardiologists often describe them as life-saving, while some patients remain wary of side effects or uneasy about taking a daily pill. Statins sit ...

Dr. Granger answers the question: 'Are Side Effects With Statins Common?' — -- Question: My doctor just put me on a statin. I understand it helps lower cholesterol, but I am worried about ...

If you are taking statins and wondering what to expect in those first few days, a GP has shared some helpful advice on what ...

Statin-type cholesterol-lowering drugs are the mainstay of heart disease prevention. For decades, some patients have been complaining about statin side effects. Many cardiologists, however, dismiss ...

The official prescribing information for rosuvastatin (Crestor) includes the following: “... rare postmarketing reports of ...