Statin Counselling

Question 1

Use ATHLETIC to statin counsel

Answer 1

A - reduction in cholesterol
T - once a day
H - oral tablet
L - Until cholesterol stable then can take you off
E - 4-6 weeks to see effects
T - LFT now + 3 months + 12 months + 8 weeks time to see cholesterol
I - Muscle aches / cramps / NV / headache
C - Active Liver disease? Grapefruit interaction . Dont take 2 tablets a day