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Can i stop taking statins Once i complet
Can i stop taking statins once i completed the course given by the doctor if the lipid profile comes to normal after re test, i don't have any heart, sugar or Bp problems only my total cholesterol is elevated 270.. i heard those who begin taking a statin medication will have to take it for the rest of their lives it is true kindly reply plz..
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Will need to review the baseline lipid profile and then the response after medication to judge whether to be continued at same dose...or reduced...or to be stopped.Shall need further specific information. You may consult online directly to guide you through better.
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Interventional Cardiologist
13 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Hello,
I need to see your complete lipid profile report for further advice. Statin therapy is given not just for your cholesterol but for overall cardiovascular risk reduction. Need your further details for risk assessment. Consult online directly for the same
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