Research we're watching: Memory loss from statins unlikely
The study authors also looked at data collected by the FDA from people who reported side effects while taking statins or either of two other drugs, the blood pressure drug losartan (Cozaar) and the anti-clotting drug clopidogrel (Plavix). Reported rates of cognitive problems were similar for all three medications, yet the FDA has not issued similar warnings on losartan or clopidogrel (nor does it need to).
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