Statins can cause which adverse effect?

Statins can cause which adverse effect?

• A. Nausea
• B. Muscle aches
• C. Hair loss
• D. Insomnia

Answer: (B)

Statins commonly cause muscle-related adverse effects, especially myalgia or muscle aches. This symptom is the hallmark that clinicians monitor for with statin therapy because it directly reflects potential muscle toxicity from these drugs. The risk is higher with higher doses and when used with interacting substances (like fibrates or certain antibiotics) or in older patients. While muscle symptoms can be mild, they warrant evaluation of CK levels and may lead to dose adjustment or switching statins if needed. Nausea, hair loss, and insomnia are not typical primary adverse effects of statins, making muscle aches the best-supported choice.

Statins commonly cause muscle-related adverse effects, especially myalgia or muscle aches. This symptom is the hallmark that clinicians monitor for with statin therapy because it directly reflects potential muscle toxicity from these drugs. The risk is higher with higher doses and when used with interacting substances (like fibrates or certain antibiotics) or in older patients. While muscle symptoms can be mild, they warrant evaluation of CK levels and may lead to dose adjustment or switching statins if needed. Nausea, hair loss, and insomnia are not typical primary adverse effects of statins, making muscle aches the best-supported choice.