Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?

Hello @rdavis1018, Welcome to Connect. I think it's best to discuss it with your doctor before stopping taking the statin. I did have a long discussion with my doctor several times about the neuropathy side effects of statins and told her I would rather work on my cholesterol numbers through lifestyle changes since I already had neuropathy and didn't want to make it any worse. I'm not sure which statin you are on but you might find this related discussion helpful:
-- Statins that won't cause/worsen neuropathy: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/statins-that-wont-causeworsen-neuropathy/

@johnbishop yes I’m aware that there are serious issues with suddenly stopping statins so I’m not going to do that. I plan on contacting them on Monday to make an appointment to see if she could possibly switch me to something. That’s not a statin or if we should just gradually take me off of it and I can try dietary and changes an exercise as an alternative

@rdavis1018
Hello,
Just letting everyone know there are non-statins now available by prescription only. You need to ask your primary physician about that. However, just keep in mind like with all medications, it may or may not work for you.
Take care and have a serene weekend,
gus

@rdavis1018
It might be worth googling “CholestOff reviews”, an over the counter supplement by Nature Made. My husband used it after experiencing dementia-like symptoms from statins and CIDP from Repatha. He no longer needs anything and his numbers are acceptable.

Can anyone recommend a source or research connecting taking statins with development of neuropathy? I am surprised and disappointed not
to be advised by a physician treating me for PN with
PT that I should also address statins which I have been prescribed for many years.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can offer a direction to look into.

Cardiogize from youngliving . My bf had a triple bypass and they wanted to put him on those and we did research on statins and Cardiogize was the best choice for him. It works wonders

@lorirenee1 cardiogize from youngliving....it runs out a lot...but look at the ingredients and find something like it if its not in. It really works

@davidpn statins only make ppl more sick. They don't want us better, they want us more sick. All about money...

It is important to remember that all of us tolerate medications differently which makes it important to share how we are feeling on a medication with our providers. As with any medication, there are benefits and risk factors that have to be taken into consideration for each and every patient. From Mayo Clinic:

"When thinking about whether you should take statins for high cholesterol, ask yourself these questions:

Do I have other risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease?
Am I willing and able to make lifestyle changes to improve my health?
Am I concerned about taking a pill every day, perhaps for the rest of my life?
Am I concerned about statins' side effects or interactions with other medicines?

It's important to consider your medical reasons, personal values, lifestyle choices and any concerns when choosing a treatment. Talk to your healthcare professional about your total risk of heart and blood vessel disease and personal preferences before making a decision about statin therapy."

- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statins/art-20045772

For most patients, the limited risk factors and side effects don't outweigh the risk factors of the heart and/or cholesterol issues. If you have concerns about statins, it is best to discuss them with your medical provider to weigh your options.

Nonsense.