I was told the side effects are dosage dependant. So the lower the dose, the less side effects. Also if it really bothers you, you can ask for a change to a different stain, or if you can take it less often. Your doctor will be able to work with you. Mine did.

I was against statin for years! In fact terrified of them! But at 64 and a history of high chokesterol, I decided to give it a go too. My doctor said I could stop them if the statin wasn't for me, and the side effects would be reversable. When I see my cardiologist, I am going to ask for a coronary calcium scan to see if, and how much blockages I have. Simple test. Noninvasive. Lots of information from that one scan.

Keep us posted.