Clarithromycin can dangerously increase statin levels, leading to muscle damage or rhabdomyolysis. Learn which statins are riskiest, how to avoid this interaction, and the safest antibiotic alternative.
Rhabdomyolysis from medication interactions is a silent, life-threatening condition that causes muscle breakdown and kidney failure. Statins combined with common antibiotics or antifungals are the leading cause. Know the signs, risks, and how to prevent it.