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Is it okay to miss statins for a few days?

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Adherence to statin therapy is notably low, with studies indicating that nearly half of patients may stop taking their medication within the first year. While a single missed dose of statins may not have a major immediate effect, missing statins for a few days can begin to compromise treatment efficacy and increase health risks over time.