Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Zocor (simvastatin) and Lipitor (atorvastatin) are both statin drugs, which are ...

Although these cholesterol medications are some of the safest and most effective, they can come with unwanted side effects. We asked a doctor to explain.

while there are indeed side effects, most are generally safe. (Read on for more detailed information in our most recent Best Buy Drug report on use of statins in adults to lower cholesterol.) ...

Statins reduce the build-up of fatty plaques that lead to blockages in blood vessels, though reported side effects and the extent of how often they are prescribed has attracted controversy.

Statins are recommended for people at an increased risk of heart disease, but people with CKD are at a great risk of side effects from these cholesterol-lowering drugs. High levels of LDL (“bad ...

High bad cholesterol is a risk factor for a common type of heart disease, yet approximately 40% of Americans living with high ...