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For statin induced myopathy does the patient need immunosuppressant lifelong

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Statin-induced myopathy does not typically require lifelong immunosuppressant therapy. The management of statin-induced myopathy primarily involves modifications to the statin regimen and, in some cases, the addition of non-statin therapies.

Treatment modifications

Pharmacogenomic insights

Coenzyme Q10

In conclusion, the management of statin-induced myopathy involves modifications to the statin regimen, the potential addition of non-statin therapies, and consideration of pharmacogenomic insights. Lifelong immunosuppressant therapy is not typically required.

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Statin-induced myopathy

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