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Ldl 130 chloestrol

2021-11-14 11:53:16
Can i take statins life long ? Is it safe to take crestor till 55 years of age? Any side effects is related to statins .
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You cane take statin lifelong if it is indicated. No major side effects

Answered2021-11-15 01:46:22

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You can take. Side effects are almost nil.

Answered2021-11-14 12:02:54

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