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Statins destroy muscle tissue

RecordOBS-0319
CategoryHealth/Vaccines
StatusPARTIALLY SUBSTANTIATED
SummarySome claim that statins cause muscle damage and rhabdomyolysis. While muscle aches can occur, serious muscle breakdown is extremely rare. Most people tolerate statins well.
OriginConcerns about muscle damage have been circulating since statins were introduced, often based on anecdotal reports.
Claimed
  • Statins commonly cause muscle pain and weakness.
  • Statins frequently lead to rhabdomyolysis.
Evidence / consensusMuscle aches occur in some patients, but serious muscle damage is rare. Most people can continue taking statins with management of side effects.
> OBSERVER NOTE:
The fear of muscle damage is exaggerated. Rhabdomyolysis is a real but very rare side effect.

Sources

  1. Don't Fall For These 6 Internet Myths About Statins | Society for Vascular Surgery
  2. Adverse effects of statins - myths and reality - PubMed

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