How Long Do I Have To Take Statin Medications?

Published by Lois on February 10th, 2009

Dear Dr. Lundell:

For years, I have taken the following: Lipitor, Plavix, Altace, Carvedilol and Zetia. Do I have to continue them for the rest of my life? It has destroyed my sex life and my marriage. I live in Miami. Can I have an appointment with you?

Thanks,

George

Dear George:

I really cannot interfere with your Doctor, but I think that if you begin to do the things that are recommended in the book, such as taking Omega 3, CLA and cutting down on the carbohydrates in you diet and increasing your exercise you will find that your lipid profile will improve to the point that your Doctor will agree to take you off, I have seen this many times. Wishing you success.

Dwight Lundell M.D.