CRP Heart Test May Lead to Overuse of Statins Like Crestor

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low cost links of AL 7:10AM May 07, 2010

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delizabeno of IA 11:53PM February 12, 2010

my Dr. and my rheumatologist want me to start statins to reduce my 4.7 CRP.But I have a 95 HDL. What do you think? barrera

barrera of TX 12:50PM November 07, 2009

my Dr. and my rheumatologist want me to start statins to reduce my 4.7 CRP.But I have a 95 HDL. What do you think? barrera

barrera of TX 12:25PM November 07, 2009

Physicians are already passing out statin prescriptions like they are candy, with scant regard for cost and long term problems. ALL statins work by blocking an enzyme (HMG Co A reductase) that also lets our bodies produce CoQ 10, a substance that is necessary for proper heart function.
Here is my prediction- in the next five years, we will see an explosion of physician-induced congestive heart failure, from undiagnosed CoQ 10 deficiency brought on by our wanton oveprescribing of statin meds.
Many natural supplements can cut CRP in half. I have found that everything statins do, magnesium (800 mg a day) does better. Fish oils also have natural anti-inflammatory action. These are very safe, effective and inexpensive products.
A less known side effect of statins is global amnesia. I believe that pilots are restricted from flying if they are taking statin drugs.
I hate to see my colleagues use the "Symptom? Drug!! Next patient, please," mindless approach to medicine. With a little thought, and better knowledge of the medicinal use of natural substances, physicians can help patients achieve much better quality of health, at a fraction of the present costs.

Joan Priestley, M.D. of AK 4:08AM October 15, 2009

The cure for gingivitis, which will lower c-reactive protein in the blood is the amino acid lysine and vitamin c, which, incidentally, was prescribed by Dr. Linus Pauling, Nobel Laureate (twice) who lived into his 90's (93 or 94). Statins are sold by big pharma to unsuspecting consumers via the medical profession, which wouldn't exist in its present form without big pharma (res ipsa loquitor -- "the thing speaks for itself").

Smith of MO 3:30PM December 12, 2008

I looked up the price for Crestor 10 mg on drugstore.com. It was $111 for 30 tablets. With my RxDrugCard I can get 30 Simvastatin 10 mg for $8. If it turns out that one statin is as good as another, I'm going for the generic!!

Rita of TX 4:33PM November 13, 2008

With statins as a class of medications:
A.E.s are often under-reported with high doses of potent statins in particular. Additionally, there is no reduction in mortality or increase in the lifespan of one on statin therapy.
Several risk factors should determine if one is placed on statin therapy, and not just one, for reasons such as these.
Statins do decrease CV events and risks significantly. The meds. increase endothelial function, stabilize coronary plaque build up, and decrease thrombus formation. Maximum reduction in LDL is evaluated after about a month of therapy.
There is evidence to suggest that statins have other benefits besides lowering LDL, such as reducing inflammation (CRP), those with dementia or Parkinson's disease, and some forms of Cancer and cataracts.
It appears those statins produced by fermentation, such as Zocor and Pravachol, have less myopathy than the other synthetic statins, possibly due to being more hydrophyllic.
Yet overall, the existing cholesterol lowering recommendation should be re-evaluated, as they may be over-exaggerated.
Children should have their activity and weight checked and controlled more than now so they do not have the arteries of one that is middle-aged, and a candidate for a statin drug, possibly, not to mention early onset diabetes

Dan Abshear of MO 7:43AM November 13, 2008

The way that I see it, something was going on with these patients that made them at increased risk of a CV event. Whether it was hsCRP or CRP or dental disease, the use of Crestor dramitically reduced events with minimal side effects. Sure, some people are going to have side effects and not be able to tolerate the medicine, however this also happens to patients taking placebol.

rich of WV 10:19PM November 12, 2008

After recently suffering two Heart attacks I was advised to take statins.
I said they were immuno-suppressive and as I was already immuno-suppressed due to heavy metal poisoning it was not a good idea.
The Consultant swore they were not in front of his students. Twice! Secret...they are immuno-suppressive in many instances.
I was also told statins have side effects such as muscle problems. Isn't the Heart a muscle. I subsequently have learned statins deplete Co Enz. Q10 over a long period. This not good for the heart!
Anyway I took one of these statins in hospital and within 20 mins was spacious and semi-comatose and hallucinating. The nurse thought that I had a diabetic attack and did a rush blood sugar...it was normal. Now that I have done more research I discovered that statins can also screw up your mind.
Having worked in 25 countries for several drug companies and used to being given different drugs I thought I should verify my reaction and took another statin when I got home. Same result.
I have yet to see that statins increase mortality...before taking them google everything. Try ...mercola statins...for a start. You might want to walk an hour a day instead. Plus correct your diet. According to Mercola only one in 100 of us have genetic problems that may require statins.

Lara 7:39PM November 12, 2008