One of the most common side effects is flatulence (the presence of excessive gas in the digestive tract), which occurs in up to five percent of patients taking statins.
However, there are some ways people can reduce such side effects.
Everyday Health said on their website: “It may help to reduce other sources of extra gas by drinking fewer carbonated beverages and eating smaller portions of food more slowly to reduce swallowed air.”
In addition, taking over-the-counter digestive aids may help it adds that activated charcoal tablets can also aid symptoms.