Originally Posted by
rydabent
Not all statins are the same. I have been on Lipitor for more than 10 years. I get tested twice a year, and my last one in Sept showed my cholesterol at 122. It also seems that Lipitor has other positive side effects such as lower rate of heart attacks. On the other hand I do know that some people just cant take Lipitor do side effects.
+1 I've been on Lipitor for years and was on Zocor initially, but changed because Lipitor was less expensive.
Statins are known not only for their cholesterol lowering properties but also for reducing stroke risk.
Those having problems with one statin should ask their doc to try another, IMHO
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