Never stop or change statin therapy without first consulting your doctor. For many people, the cardiovascular benefits far outweigh the risks. This information is intended to facilitate informed discussions and is not a substitute for medical advice.
15 possible side effects – and what you can do about them
1. Muscle pain or weakness (myalgia)
The most common side effect (occurring in up to 10% of users)
can range from mild pain to more serious conditions such as rhabdomyolysis (rare but serious).
✅ What to do:
Ask your doctor to check your creatine kinase (CK) levels.
Discuss taking coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplements (some studies suggest it may be helpful, although the evidence is conflicting).
