Can better education reduce fear of statin side effects?

NCT ID NCT07094412

Summary

This study aims to create and test educational materials that help people understand the difference between actual medication side effects and side effects caused by negative expectations (nocebo effects) when starting statin drugs for cholesterol. Researchers will first gather experiences from people through surveys and interviews, then develop educational content and test it with participants. The goal is to improve understanding of statin risks and benefits to help people make informed decisions about their treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Weill Cornell Medicine

    New York, New York, 10021, United States

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