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Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?
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I read that cholesterol meds cause nerve damage causing neuropathy. This deems to be what caused my symptoms. Has anyone heard or read more on this. My doctor prescribed Gabapentin 300mg 3 times daily.
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Hello @09med02 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. Other members have been discussion statins and neuropathy so you will notice that I have moved your post into an existing discussion which you can find here:
- Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/discontinuation-of-statin/
I see @njed has responded to you so will let the pair of you connect.
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09med02 - I also heard and read the same. In my opinion, it is something that can cause PN but I feel only a test can prove it and that is a problem in itself. As we know, other things can also cause PN, other meds such as antibiotics and exposure to toxins, some supplements and who knows what else that has not yet been discovered. For me, the age factor has to be a clue. What percentage of people get PN in their 30's or 40's and how many over 50 or 60 years of age develop PN without any known cause. Meds? For me, I think you have a solid point and I'll agree with you. I doubt the drug companies will ever come forward.