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From The August 1999 Issue of Nutrition Science News
Nutrient Depletion Checklist:
Cholesterol-Lowering "Statin" Drugs
Drug |
Nutrient Depletions |
Potential Depletion Problems |
MG-CoA Reductate Inhibitors
Also called statin drugs* |
Coenzyme Q10 |
Congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, low energy |
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*Statin drugs include atorvastatin (Lipitor), cerivastatin (Baycol), lovastatin (Mevacor), fluvastatin (Lescol), pravastatin (Pravachol), simvastatin (Zocor). |
| The so-called "statin" drugs are the prescription of choice for people with high cholesterol. Statin drugs are generally safe and effective for a limited time, but patients should be monitored for possible adverse consequences of Co-Q10 reductions during long-term use. |
The scientific basis for this information is published from studies using these drugs or drugs from the same pharmacological class. Advise customers to ask their doctor or pharmacist if any of their medications can cause nutrient depletions. |
Reprinted with permission from Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook (Lexi-Comp, 1999) by Ross Pelton, Ph.D., C.N.; James B. LaValle, N.D., C.N., D.H.M.; Ernest B. Hawkins; and Daniel L. Krinsky. |
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