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Benefits of Statins
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Very interested in this topic. Went to the link, and read the abstract. I didn't find specifics as to the useful dosage. I will discuss with my MO and Cardiologist.
I had been on a low 10mg dose of atorvastatin up until several months ago when I was experiencing leg muscle tightness, and my PCP told me to stop using it as it is a possible side effect of the medication. I could deal with this side effect if it will help my advanced PC.
I have taken 40mg of atorvastatin for many years, initially prescribed for cholesterol. Haven't experienced any side effects.
Here is an old but interesting article on statins as anticancer agents: clincancerres.aacrjournals....
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