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There are reports of reversible cognitive impairment with statins. [85] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) package insert on statins includes a warning about the potential for non-serious and reversible cognitive side effects with the medication (memory loss, confusion). [86]
There have been rare reports of reversible memory loss and confusion with all statins, including atorvastatin; however, there has not been enough evidence to associate statin use with cognitive impairment, and the risks for cognition are likely outweighed by the beneficial effects of adherence to statin therapy on cardiovascular and ...
Part of the power of statins lies in the fact that they cause few side effects. “Generally, about 90 out of 100 people have no trouble with a stain,” says Dr. Blumenthal. These Are the Statin ...
SAAM may affect people after long-term statin use even if they had no previous muscular side effects. [4] A differentiating feature between this and more benign statin side effects is SAAM typically has a late onset. While muscle pain (myalgia) is seen in 9-20% of patients treated with statins, it typically occurs in the first month of treatment.
Age-related memory loss can be frustrating and scary. But it doesn’t always mean you’re on the road to dementia. Here’s a look at a few common types of memory lapses, and what to watch out for:
"The marketers of Prevagen preyed on the fears of older consumers experiencing age-related memory loss," said Jessica Rich, director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, in a statement.
In March 2012, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated its guidance for statin users to address reports of memory loss, liver damage, increased blood sugar, development of type 2 diabetes, and muscle injury. [26] The new guidance indicates: FDA has found that liver injury associated with statin use is rare but can occur. [citation ...
The earliest warning signs of Alzheimer's disease include memory loss that impacts your daily functioning, vision and language issues, social withdrawal, and more.