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Warpy

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2. Mevacor was the first one and it was reportedly the worst

Reply to Brigid (Original post)

Mon Jan 16, 2012, 11:35 AM

Jan 2012

for GI upset. Maybe switching to one of the others will cure your tummy problems or maybe switching dosage or timing will help. Your doc is your best ally in this.

I have no idea how high your cholesterol is, but if you're one of those people with genetically high cholesterol (I have a friend who runs in the high 300s, her first stroke was at 39), the drugs are lifesavers and you need to weigh the side effects versus the alternatives: disability or death.

Constant diarrhea is no joke. I hope you can find a solution.

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Has anyone else taken a statin and experienced side effects? [View all] Brigid Jan 2012 OP

Yes, lots. bemildred Jan 2012 #1

Mevacor was the first one and it was reportedly the worst Warpy Jan 2012 #2

The only trouble I had was Chemisse Jan 2012 #3

all I know is that my cardiologist says... grasswire Jan 2012 #4

Tell your doctor. It's possible that a different statin will be easier to tolerate. gkhouston Jan 2012 #5