Acase report on rosuvastatin-induced myopathy

Abstract

Statins are the most commonly used lipid-lowering drugs in cardiovascular patients. Rosuvastatin is a majorly used statin. Rosuvastatin will induce myopathy; it is a rare side effect. In my case report, the patient experiencing muscle cramps for 3 years on and off. He consulted a cardiologist. The doctor advised Atorvastatin. He has been on rosuvastatin for 6 months. From the last 6 months, he has not experienced and myopathy symptoms.