I know this has been covered before, but I just want to know what types, and how long.
The most common statin side effects include: 1  Headache. 2  Difficulty sleeping. 3  Flushing of the skin.  Muscle aches, tenderness, or weakness 1  (myalgia) Drowsiness. 2  Dizziness. Nausea or vomiting.  Abdominal cramping 1  or pain. Bloating 2  or gas. 3  Diarrhea. Constipation.  Rash.
These side effects are rare. Most people who have these side effects already have other problems with their digestive system. Taking your statin medication in the evening with a meal can reduce digestive side effects. Rash or flushing You could develop a rash or flushing after you start taking a statin.t's unclear what causes statin side effects, especially muscle pain. Statins work by slowing your body's production of cholesterol. Your body produces all the cholesterol it needs by digesting food and producing new cells on its own.