A patient who is taking a lipid soluble statin drug (such as…
A patient who is taking a lipid soluble statin drug (such as atorvastatin) to treat dyslipidemia has begun an intensive diet and exercise program. The patient reports new onset of muscle pain several weeks after beginning therapy. The nurse practitioner trials the patient off of the statin medication and the patient’s symptoms resolve. What is a reasonable next step?
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