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  1. Statin muscle-related adverse events - UpToDate

    May 14, 2025 · Muscle syndromes associated with statins include myalgias, myopathy, myositis, and muscle injury [3,4]. The clinical and distinct histopathologic findings of these syndromes …

  2. Statin-Induced Myopathy: Types, Symptoms, and Risk Factors

    May 16, 2022 · Statin-induced myopathy is pain caused by statin medications that reduce risk of heart disease. We explain causes, symptoms, treatment, etc.

  3. Statin-Associated Myopathy: Emphasis on Mechanisms and …

    Statins are the first-choice therapy for dyslipidemias and are considered the cornerstone of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) in both primary and secondary prevention. …

  4. What to Know About Statin-Induced Myopathy (Muscle Pain)

    Jul 18, 2024 · Statin-induced myopathy is muscle weakness or pain due to use of a cholesterol-lowering statin medication, potentially caused by muscle inflammation or damage.

  5. Statin-induced myopathy: Definition, symptoms and treatment

    Nov 21, 2023 · However, some people experience side effects that can affect the muscles. This article looks at what statin-induced myopathy is and the symptoms, causes, and risk factors for …

  6. Tips for Statin-Related Muscle Pain - WebMD

    Mar 26, 2025 · Statin-related muscle pain, if it happens at all, usually happens within the first few months after you start the drug or raise the dose. You may feel a constant soreness or …

  7. Current research includes examining the role of genetic factors in statin induced myopathy, the effectiveness of treatments such as coenzyme Q10, the effect of statins on muscle …

  8. Statins and Neuromuscular Side Effects: What You Need to Know

    Mar 13, 2025 · A review of the neuromuscular adverse effects of statins, including myopathy, neuropathy, and autoimmune reactions. Learn about risk factors, diagnosis, and management …

  9. Statin-associated autoimmune myopathy - Wikipedia

    Statin-associated autoimmune myopathy (SAAM), also known as anti-HMGCR myopathy, is a very rare form of muscle damage caused by the immune system in people who take statin …

  10. Statin-induced myalgia and myositis: an update on pathogenesis …

    Musculoskeletal manifestations are well-recognized side effects of treatment with statins. New advances in this field have appeared in recent years. This review focuses on the diagnosis of …