Commonly used statin drugs include atorvastatin, etc. Each statin drug has side effects, which can be minimized by administering the drug according to the patient’s condition. 1. Atorvastatin: It is used to treat hypercholesterolemia and coronary heart disease. Side effects include nasopharyngitis, arthralgia, diarrhea, urinary tract infections, and skeletal muscle pain. It is prohibited for pregnant and lactating women, and patients with active liver disease. 2. Fluvastatin: It is suitable for primary hypercholesterolemia that cannot be controlled by diet. Side effects include thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity reactions, insomnia, headache, vasculitis, nausea, abdominal pain. Contraindicated in patients with severe renal insufficiency. 3. Simvastatin: It is used to reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Side effects include nausea, rash, dyspepsia, alopecia, muscle cramps, pancreatitis and so on. It is prohibited for those who are allergic to the ingredients of this medicine. 4. Lovastatin: Used in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia. Adverse reactions include gastrointestinal discomfort, headache, rash, diarrhea, flatulence, insomnia, rhabdomyolysis. Contraindicated in patients with active liver disease. If you need to take statins, it is recommended to consult a doctor and regulate the use of medication under his guidance.