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Adverse Events
| Pitavastatin (n = 25) | Placebo (n = 25) | |
|---|---|---|
| Serious adverse events | 2 | 1 |
| Nonserious adverse events | 16 | 25 |
| Gastrointestinal symptoms | 5 | 8 |
| Diarrhea or loose stools | 3 | 7 |
| Constipation | 1 | 0 |
| Nausea | 0 | 1 |
| Heartburn | 1 | 1 |
| Excess gas | 1 | 0 |
| Muscle symptoms | 4 | 6 |
| Muscle aches or cramps | 4 | 4 |
| Dark urine | 0 | 1 |
| Rhabdomyolysis | 0 | 0 |
| Elevated CPK level | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 6 | 8 |
| Fatigue | 2 | 5 |
| Headache | 0 | 2 |
| Worsening depression | 1 | 1 |
| Flulike symptoms | 0 | 1 |
| Back pain | 0 | 1 |
| Vivid dreams | 1 | 0 |
