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What are the pros and cons of taking a cholesterol medication?
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Pros: 
 • Lowering your cholesterol can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
 • Cholesterol medications may also help lower your risk of developing diabetes.
 • Taking cholesterol medication can help improve your overall health.
 • Some cholesterol medications can be taken in pill form, while others must be injected.

Cons:
• Taking cholesterol medications can increase your risk for certain side effects such as muscle pain or weakness, nausea, headaches, dizziness, and rash.
 • Cholesterol medications can also cause liver damage if not taken properly.
 • You may need to take these medications for the rest of your life.