 [ Symptoms ] how do i safely stop taking simvastatin 10 mg  i do not nor have i ever had high blood pressure my cholesterol count before simvastatin was 234  a stress test 3 years ago showed that there are no blockages or build up in my arteries my heart is in good shape as a matter of fact the cardiologist told me i had the heart of a thirty year old after learning about the dangers of this drug i am scared and would like to discontinue it please advise  [ Disease ] my husband is currently on crestor but has been experiencing muscle ache in both of his hamstrings he exercises regularly and eats sensibly is it safe for him to quit taking the crestor cold turkey