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Side Effects, Resources, General Info

Statin Side Effects Form

Below are 25 of the most common side effects caused by statin (cholesterol lowering) drugs. How many of these side effects have you experienced?
Please select the adverse effects you've experienced from a statin drug.
Gout and/or Elevated Uric Acid
Peripheral Neuropathy: Numbness and/or Tingling of the Hands/Feet
Myopathy (Muscle ~ Weakness, Cramps, Spasm, Stiffness)
Insomnia
Loss of Libido
Impotence
Heart Palpitations
Heart Arrhythmias
Depression
Short Term Memory Loss
Long Term Memory Loss
Transient Global Amnesia
Neck and Shoulder Pain
Fatigue
Migraine Headaches
Chest Pain
Digestive Disorders
Rhabdomyolsis
Trouble Walking - Shuffling
Trouble Walking - Balance
Hand Tremors
Speech - Trouble finding the right word
Speech - Slurred
Dizziness
Sciatica Pain

Add additional notes above, print this page and take to your doctor. It's helpful to have a checklist when discussing your belief that statins are causing your complaints. All of the 25 adverse effects are documented in the DPI (Drug Package Insert).

Since many are tracking their own progress, a folder (including this form, test results and a medical diary) is an excellent way to keep all information in one place and organized, especially if you need to find a new doctor.