Statin Side Effects on Ubiquinol Levels

Statins are one of the most effective lipid-lowering drugs available for controlling blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It is not a single drug but rather a class of drugs that have been shown to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events associated with atherosclerosis, a narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of fatty plaques in its walls. As with most modern drugs, there are a host of side effects that may arise with statin use. Despite advances in more effective statins with fewer side effects, statins are not as yet entirely free of side effects and other health risks.

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