As the most commonly prescribed drug in England last year, a pharmacist has explained the key side effect of atorvastatin ...

Millions take statins like atorvastatin to lower LDL cholesterol, but doctors warn that persistent muscle pain should never ...

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

Learn about the risks of high cholesterol as you age, the importance of managing bad cholesterol, and alternative treatments ...

Statins are widely used in the United States. Roughly 40 million adults take them to control cholesterol levels, and about 10 percent develop muscle related side effects. "I've had patients who've ...

New research suggests statins may protect adults with type 2 diabetes regardless of how low their predicted heart risk appears. In a large UK study, statin use was linked to fewer deaths and major ...