Publication Date: 10/3/2005
Remember that the information presented here is not intended to replace the care of your own doctor. Before making any changes in the management of your own illness, you should consult your physician or other qualified medical professionals.
Question
Is there a good reason for a person with type 1 diabetes to take Lovastatin?Answer
Yes.Statins have been shown to cut the risk of heart disease in people with diabetes even if they have normal cholesterol levels and no evidence of heart disease. (See the discussion about the the heart protection study.) Of course, any prescription drug has side effects, so the decision for each individual will depend on their unique situation.
