Since I experience muscle pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, headaches, and dizzy spells from taking the cholesterol drugs Rozavel and Pivasta, what are some realistic non-statin alternatives?such as Zetia, cholesterol-binding resins, policosanol, or niacin?that can help lower my bad cholesterol (LDL) by 15 to 20 percent? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Since I experience muscle pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, headaches, and dizzy spells from taking the cholesterol drugs Rozavel and Pivasta, what are some realistic non-statin alternatives?such as Zetia, cholesterol-binding resins, policosanol, or niacin?that can help lower my bad cholesterol (LDL) by 15 to 20 percent?

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Since I experience muscle pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, headaches, and dizzy spells from taking the cholesterol drugs Rozavel and Pivasta, what are some realistic non-statin alternatives?such as Zetia, cholesterol-binding resins, policosanol, or niacin?that can help lower my bad cholesterol (LDL) by 15 to 20 percent?

Asked by Male, 30 · 3 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

3 days ago

To lower your LDL cholesterol by 15 to 20 percent without a statin, ezetimibe (Zetia) is an excellent, well-tolerated option that works by reducing cholesterol absorption in your gut. Bile acid sequestrants (cholesterol-binding resins) can also help, though they sometimes cause mild digestive issues. While niacin and policosanol are options, they are less commonly recommended today. Please discuss starting ezetimibe with your doctor to safely manage your cholesterol while finding relief from these symptoms.

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Since I experience muscle pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, headaches, and dizzy spells from taking the cholesterol drugs Rozavel and Pivasta, what are some realistic non-statin alternatives?such as Zetia, cholesterol-binding resins, policosanol, or niacin?that can help lower my bad cholesterol (LDL) by 15 to 20 percent?

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