RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Lipid Update
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2011
FD SAGE Publications
VO 11
IS 6
SP 23
OP 25
DO 10.1177/155989771106011
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/11/6/23.abstract
AB Although the side effects that are associated with statin use are limited, the risk of adverse events becomes more significant as the dose increases when they are used in combination with other medications and in certain patient populations (pregnant women, the elderly, and children). This article discusses several of the at-risk populations and how to treat them.