Most Statin Side-Effects Not Caused by the Drugs, Major Study Finds

A major review finds that most listed statin side-effects are not caused by the drugs.
Researchers published the analysis in The Lancet after reviewing 19 trials involving 124,000 participants.
Evidence supports only muscle pain, diabetes risk, and four minor effects, including liver test changes.
Researchers found no strong evidence linking statins to memory loss, depression, sleep problems, or nerve damage.
Statins significantly reduce heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular deaths, with benefits outweighing risks for most patients.
Lead author Christina Reith said the findings should reassure patients and doctors.
Experts called for clearer drug labels to reflect the evidence and counter misinformation.