About 47 million Americans take statins daily to lower high cholesterol, but fear of side effects keeps many others from trying them. Recent studies and doctors' insights shed new light on which ...

The long list of side effects marked on the packaging of statins can be a turn-off for those who might benefit from the cholesterol-lowering drugs. But a new study found only a few of those side ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Far fewer people who could benefit from statins ...

The latest NHS guidance for anyone taking atorvastatin includes a 'red flag' key fact users should be aware of regarding a certain type of drink. Atorvastatin is a widely prescribed medication in the ...

Benefits of statins greatly outweigh risks, study leader says Wrongly attributed side effects may discourage use by patients and doctors Regulators should change statin labeling, researchers say Feb 5 ...

Share on Pinterest A major review has found that the majority of statin side effects are not scientifically backed. Image Credit: BSIP/Getty Images Most statin side effects listed on drug packaging ...

Given that atorvastatin was the most frequently dispensed medication in England last year, a leading pharmacist has highlighted one critical side effect that shouldn't be overlooked, whilst also ...

New research suggests that it’s rare to experience most of the listed side effects for this common type of cholesterol-lowering medication. Misconceptions that statins come with a high risk of side ...

A massive review of 23 randomized trials found that statins do not cause the vast majority of side effects listed on their labels. Memory problems, depression, sleep issues, weight gain, and many ...

At the end of the study, those taking the drug had 21% lower LDL cholesterol levels than those taking a placebo. They also ...

Millions more adults should consider starting cholesterol-lowering medications earlier to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new medical guidance.

The most recent NHS guidance for individuals taking atorvastatin highlights a crucial 'red flag' users should be aware of ...