Study Helps Affirm Evidence of Statins Muscle-related Side Effects

Cleveland Clinic researchers explore statin intolerance, making a strong argument on behalf of patients who complained of muscle pain caused by the cholesterol drugs.

Published: May 9, 2016

Statins are among the most widely prescribed medications in the U.S. They are generally well tolerated, but some people complain that the cholesterol-lowering drugs cause them muscle pain. Many of these individuals say the pain dissipates soon after stopping statin therapy.