Cholesterol is essential for many functions in the body, but too much of it, especially LDL cholesterol (often called “bad” ...

Cholesterol, a lipid naturally processed by the liver, is an essential component of the human body. Yet, it has a bad ...

The most common cholesterol-lowering drugs are statins, such as Lipitor and Crestor. These work by reducing the amount of ...

Those who take statins may also have lower CoQ10 levels in their bodies, which could make the side effects of statins more severe. Your healthcare team can help advise you on possible issues with ...

I believe atorvastatin works in the liver and other statins work in the intestines – does this change the side-effects? Name and address supplied. Dr Martin Scurr replies: Statins cause a lot of ...

Although statins are perceived as safe and well-tolerated drugs, consideration should be given to their side effects, particularly when they are administered in combination with other agents.

On the third trip to the hospital, one doctor asked how long I had been on statins and remarked that they sometimes cause side effects. That inspired me to discontinue the drug, although my GP ...

“Grapefruit juice can affect some statins and increase your risk of side effects,” the health body says. “A doctor may advise you to avoid it completely or only consume small quantities.

The debate continues as to whether or not statins have effects other than those that lower lipids that may provide additional cardiovascular benefits. An array of proposed pleiotropic effects have ...