Statins Side Effects. Statins may lower your bad cholesterol but what are its side effects that you should watch out for? We are republishing below the NHS.UK list of the common, uncommon, and rare statins side effects.
Common side effects may affect up to 1 in 10 people, uncommon side effects are reported among 1 in 100 people, while rare side effects may affect up to 1 in 1,000 patients.
The COMMON STATINS SIDE EFFECTS (may affect up to 1 in 10) include:
- nosebleeds
- sore throat
- a runny or blocked nose (non-allergic rhinitis)
- headache
- feeling sick
- problems with the digestive system, such as constipation, diarrhoea, indigestion or flatulence
- muscle and joint pain
- increased blood sugar level (hyperglycaemia)
- an increased risk of diabetes