8 results

• Skin Infection Risk Linked to Lipitor, Zocor, Other Popular Cholesterol Drugs in New Study

  November 13, 2019

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links the use of cholesterol drugs like Lipitor and Zocor to an increased risk of skin and soft tissue infections.

• Pravastatin Recall Issued After Bottles Found To Contain Generic Wellbutrin

  August 11, 2017

  Russell Maas

  A recall of generic Pravachol has been announced after tablets of generic Wellbutrin were found in some mislabeled bottles.

• Zocor, Similar Cholesterol Drugs May Increase Aggression In Women: Study

  July 6, 2015

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of a new study indicate that statin-based cholesterol drugs, such as Zocor and Pravachol, may increase aggressiveness in older women.

• Pravachol, Other Cholesterol Drugs May Cause Memory Problems: Study

  September 30, 2013

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study suggests some cholesterol drugs could impair memory with regular use.

• Statin Cholesterol Drug Prescriptions Often Unnecessary: Study

  March 14, 2013

  Irvin Jackson

  Doctors frequently prescribe cholesterol-fighting drugs that may carry a risk of significant side effects, even though there is limited evidence...

• Crestor Linked to Highest Risk of Muscle Injury Among Statins: Study

  August 24, 2012

  Irvin Jackson

  Although all statin-based cholesterol lowering drugs pose a risk of muscle injury, new research indicates that the more potent the...

• Statin Diabetes Risk Does Not Outweigh Benefits: Study

  August 13, 2012

  Martha Garcia

  Researchers indicate that despite an increased risk of acquiring type 2 diabetes from statin medications, such as Crestor and Lipitor,...

• Side Effects of Cholesterol Drugs May Reduce Energy Levels: Study

  June 22, 2012

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of new research suggest that individuals taking statins to lower their cholesterol may suffer side effects that increase...