Statin Drugs: Baycol, Zocor, Lipitor, Crestor, and More

Statins are a class of drugs that effectively lower cholesterol levels by blocking enzymes that are essential to cholesterol production. Some examples of statins are Lipitor, Zocor, Crestor, and Baycol. The typical patient using statin drugs has extremely high cholesterol and has great difficulty lowering his or her cholesterol by non-medication means such as exercise and diet.

Statin Side Effects

Statin cholesterol medications have the following side effects:

Fever

Muscle Cramps

Stomach Pain

Fatigue

Constipation

Diarrhea

Dizziness

Gas

Skin rash

Nausea

Since statin drugs keep potentially lethal cholesterol levels in check, many people consider the side effects a small price to pay. Some side effects are not serious, however some statins like Baycol have been shown to cause rhabdomyolysis, particularly when taken in combination with fibrates such as gemfibrozil.

Patients have used many statin drugs such as Lipitor (Pfizer Pharmaceuticals) and Zocor (Merck Pharmaceuticals) with few side effects. Baycol offers no significant advantage over Lipitor or Zocor for reducing cholesterol levels or decreasing side effects.

Baycol Replacements

If you have taken Baycol and experienced side effects, consult with a physician and ask about replacing Baycol with another statin drug. Several options are available to you, and your doctor can help choose the most appropriate statin drug for your needs.

If you have suffered any injuries as a result of Baycol side effects like rhabdomyolysis, you may be entitled to financial compensation.Consult with a Baycol lawyer about your legal rights.

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