Statin use is linked to increased risk of developing diabetes, warn researchers

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-05/bmj-sui052213.php

Public release date: 23-May-2013
Contact: Stephanie Burns
BMJ-British Medical Journal

But some statins can reduce risk of diabetes

Treatment with high potency statins (especially atorvastatin and simvastatin) may increase the risk of developing diabetes, suggests a paper published today on bmj.com.

Statins are among the most widely prescribed medications for the prevention of cardiovascular events. Although tolerated well, an association with new-onset diabetes has recently been suggested. One trial suggested a 27% increased risk of diabetes with rosuvastatin whereas another suggested patients taking pravastatin benefitted from a 30% lower risk.

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