Tag: statin side effects

Rhabdomyolysis from Medication Interactions: How Common Drug Combos Cause Muscle Breakdown
24
Jan
Rhabdomyolysis from Medication Interactions: How Common Drug Combos Cause Muscle Breakdown
Medications 12 Comments

Medication interactions can trigger rhabdomyolysis - a dangerous muscle breakdown that harms kidneys and can be fatal. Learn which drug combos are most risky, who’s most vulnerable, and how to prevent it.

Vitamin D and Statin Tolerance: What the Evidence Really Shows
16
Jan
Vitamin D and Statin Tolerance: What the Evidence Really Shows
Medications 13 Comments

Does vitamin D help you tolerate statins? Research shows mixed results. While some patients benefit, large trials find no overall effect. Learn who might still help and what to do if statins cause muscle pain.