Do Statins Produce Neurological Effects?
Statins are drugs that are typically used to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack and to reduce cholesterol levels. Statins seem to also have some neurological effects on both sleep and behavior.
Notable neurological effects are numbness and tingling in the extremities, fatigue, muscle problems, peripheral neuropathy, aggression, poor sleep, irritability, and cognitive problems. They are also thought to potentially cause dementia, a neurodegenerative disease.
These changes will depend on factors such as the statin, an individual’s medical history, and the dosage. However, further research is required to better understand the complex effects of statins and help patients taking these medications.
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