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Statin Intolerance: 30% of Patients Seek Alternative Treatments

9/5/2025

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Story summary

Statins lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Up to 30% of U.S. adults experience statin intolerance, causing symptoms like muscle aches.
Nearly 29% of patients discontinue statins within the first year due to intolerance.
High LDL cholesterol increases cardiovascular disease risk, prompting doctors to recommend lifestyle changes.
Non-statin medications, such as NEXLETOL and NEXLIZET, offer alternatives for intolerant patients.

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Story summary

Statins lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Up to 30% of U.S. adults experience statin intolerance, causing symptoms like muscle aches.
Nearly 29% of patients discontinue statins within the first year due to intolerance.
High LDL cholesterol increases cardiovascular disease risk, prompting doctors to recommend lifestyle changes.
Non-statin medications, such as NEXLETOL and NEXLIZET, offer alternatives for intolerant patients.