RCGP responds to new Lancet study on statin side effects

The RCGP comments on a Lancet review finding most reported statin side effects aren't caused by statins.

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RCGP responds to new Lancet study on statin side effects

Published 6 February 2026 · Prescribing & medicines

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In brief The RCGP comments on a Lancet review finding most reported statin side effects aren't caused by statins.

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Headline and link from the Royal College of GPs (rcgp.org.uk); summary by BLMC. Inclusion isn't endorsement.