Summary
Statins can significantly lower a person’s risk of heart attack or stroke and are generally well tolerated. For patients experiencing adverse effects while on a statin, clinicians may consider regimen adjustment strategies highlighted here.

Featured Authors

Shalina Nair, MD, MBA
The Ohio State University

Bree Meinzer, PharmD, BCACP, CACP
Univeristy of Toledo

Colin Crowe, MD
Case Western Reserve University