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Why would a doc prescribe crestor when i've never had high cholesterol in my life?

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Statin: Crestor is one of the group of drugs called statins that lower cholesterol. You may consult this site for more information on this topic: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statins/art-20045772

Answered 8/7/2017

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