There is an underdiagnosed condition called statin-induced autoimmune myopathy. It can take years to show up and can be hard ...

He told the BBC that according to the data there is “no excess” in terms of muscle symptoms side-effects in people taking statins compared with placebo on the trials. Patients taking statins ...

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As with other drugs, Rybelsus can cause side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Read on to learn about potential common, mild, and serious side effects of Rybelsus. For ...

Researchers Find Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Have No Effect on Kidney Function Jan. 27, 2025 — Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs, have no effect on kidney function, a research team has ...

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In this edition of The People’s Pharmacy, Joe and Teresa Graedon also hear from a reader whose statin caused them to feel ill.