# Statin Intolerance

> Clinical decision support for managing statin intolerance and muscle symptoms. (iPhone/iPad app by American College of Cardiology.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/statin-intolerance/id985805274 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American College of Cardiology](https://appshunter.io/developer/502174543)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-06-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-23
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/statin-intolerance/id985805274/reviews.md

## What is Statin Intolerance?

The ACC Statin Intolerance App guides clinicians through the process of managing and treating patients who report muscle symptoms while on statin therapy. 

Use the App to
•	answer questions to evaluate possible intolerance to a patient’s current statin prescription.
•	follow steps to treat and manage a patient who reports muscle symptoms on a statin.
•	compare statin characteristics and drug interactions to determine the best cholesterol-lowering therapy for the patient.

The recommendations in this app are meant to support clinical decision making. They are not meant to represent the only or best course of care, or replace clinical judgment. Therapeutic options should be determined jointly after a clinical evaluation and discussion between the patient and their care provider. The app should not be used by patients to guide their own care. 

The information and recommendations in this app are derived from ACC/AHA’s 2013 Guideline on the Treatment of Blood Cholesterol to Reduce Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Risk in Adults, and the prescribing information for each statin. It was developed as part of the American College of Cardiology’s “LDL: Address the Risk” Initiative and  further refined and vetted by physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other relevant specialties; and through user testing in care settings with patients. 

This app was developed as part of the ACC’s LDL: Address the Risk Initiative. Financial support for the app was provided by Amgen.  All of the content was independently developed with no sponsor involvement.

## Key features

- Evaluate statin intolerance
- Guide treatment and management
- Compare statin characteristics
- Identify drug interactions
- Support clinical decision making

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/statin-intolerance/id985805274/reviews.md

### 5/5 — SUPD

*2022-11-02, version 2.0.0*

For someone with diabetes, statin use is an important part of risk reduction to avoid heart attack and stroke. This app helps clinicians determine who can safely restart taking a statin for their potentially life-saving benefits!

### 1/5 — Shilling for Amgen

*2016-01-23, version 1.01*

Why the ACC would feel compelled to create a specific sales tool for Amgen or any PCSK9 manufacturer is beyond the ethics of most fellow cardiologists.  You know how this is corrupt?  Look for a corresponding PCSK9 neurologic side effect reporting app.  Can't find it?  Yeah. Happy to fund intolerance app for statin, oh whoops our pockets are empty even though this new snake oil is $10k/year.

## Frequently asked questions about Statin Intolerance

### What is the Statin Intolerance app?

The Statin Intolerance app is a clinical decision support tool designed for healthcare providers. It helps manage patients experiencing muscle symptoms while taking statin medications.

### Who developed the Statin Intolerance app?

The app was developed by the American College of Cardiology as part of their 'LDL: Address the Risk' Initiative, with financial support from Amgen.

### What medical guidelines is the Statin Intolerance app based on?

The information and recommendations are derived from the ACC/AHA's 2013 Guideline on the Treatment of Blood Cholesterol to Reduce Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Risk in Adults and prescribing information for statins.

### Can patients use the Statin Intolerance app to guide their own care?

No, the app is intended to support clinical decision-making by healthcare providers. It should not be used by patients to guide their own medical care.

### What devices does the Statin Intolerance app support?

The Statin Intolerance app is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is the Statin Intolerance app updated?

The latest version is 3.0.0, last updated on March 13, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting the app is actively maintained.

### What is the age rating for the Statin Intolerance app?

The Statin Intolerance app has an age rating of 17+, which is typical for medical reference tools aimed at professionals.

### Does the Statin Intolerance app have ads?

No, the Statin Intolerance app does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.0.0 — 2026-03-13

Adding temporary disclaimer.

### 2.0.0 — 2017-02-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New Graphic Logos
New Layout
Improved Code Base

### 1.01 — 2015-07-04

Minor update to the content.

### 1.0 — 2015-06-21

No release notes.

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