Suspected statin rhabdomyolysis — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient on high-dose atorvastatin has severe muscle pain and cola-coloured urine. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: A — Stop the statin pending urgent assessment

Possible rhabdomyolysis requires immediate action and urgent biochemical assessment. In this vignette, "Stop the statin pending urgent assessment" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: BNF; MHRA Drug Safety Update