{"id":32970,"date":"2025-03-21T19:25:41","date_gmt":"2025-03-21T18:25:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/?p=32970"},"modified":"2026-04-11T18:53:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T17:53:26","slug":"statins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/","title":{"rendered":"Statins and cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-5 has-contrast-color has-base-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-5a2eb9c7d4912c8876017b4d3ec93a23 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-5--2\" id=\"menu\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ca2dd60b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-85c9ab605a9af581478ba1bfba8fd611\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatments\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/cancer-treatments-overview\/\">Treatments<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-52532d4beacf4a32227a79286a8276fc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complementary_and_Alternative_Treatments\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/alternative-cancer-treatments-overview\/\">Complementary and Alternative Treatments<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-interne-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b760febf16e923f1f0828e5486e72341 has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4c6f15122c68ebdbe59a33108c617558\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/akupunktur\/\">Physical treatments<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7d9ebef2978cbc6e028e70564065b42b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-hvid-tekst-color\">Repurposed Drugs &#8211; 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Herunder Simvastetin, Zarator mfl.\" class=\"wp-image-32969\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_.jpg 1240w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_-600x689.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_-261x300.jpg 261w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_-892x1024.jpg 892w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_-768x882.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1240px) 100vw, 1240px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b040ace0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);background-image:url(&apos;http:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bstatin.red1_.jpg&apos;);background-position:44% 36%;background-size:cover;\">\n<div class=\"gb-element-8bddf08b\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"statins\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statins_and_cancer\"><\/span>Statins and cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are statins<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Statins are a group of medications primarily used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. However, they have also shown promising results in connection with the prevention and treatment of various diseases, including cancer. This has led to increasing interest in investigating the potential of statins as an adjuvant treatment for cancer. Statins are an element of <a href=\"https:\/\/fookid.dk\/behandlinger\/coc-protokollen-hvorfor-den-virker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the COC-Protocol<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/fookid.dk\/behandlinger\/coc-protokollen-hvorfor-den-virker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effect_in_cancer\"><\/span>Effect in cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several epidemiological studies have suggested a link between statin treatment and a reduced risk of developing certain types of cancer, such as prostate cancer and breast cancer. Mechanisms behind this protective effect include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inhibition_of_Cholesterol_Synthesis\"><\/span>Inhibition of Cholesterol Synthesis:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cancer cells&#8217; need for cholesterol<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancer cells often have an increased need for cholesterol to grow and divide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By inhibiting a key enzyme in cholesterol synthesis, HMG-CoA reductase, statins reduce the availability of cholesterol in the cell. This can slow the growth of cancer cells, as this enzyme is necessary for the liver&#8217;s production of cholesterol, which cancer cells require to grow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Increases LDL receptors<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This leads to an increased uptake and breakdown of LDL cholesterol in the liver (the &#8220;bad&#8221; cholesterol). This contributes to lowering total cholesterol levels and thus the nourishment available to cancer cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Modulation_of_the_Cell_Cycle\"><\/span>2. Modulation of the Cell Cycle:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cell cycle regulation<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins can affect various proteins involved in the regulation of the cell cycle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Growth arrest<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By interfering with these proteins, statins can induce growth arrest or programmed cell death (apoptosis) in cancer cells. Statins can inhibit the production of certain substances necessary for cancer cells to grow and divide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Anti-inflammatory_Effect\"><\/span>3. Anti-inflammatory Effect:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chronic inflammation<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chronic inflammation is often associated with cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dampening of chronic inflammation<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancer cells often create an environment of chronic inflammation, which can inhibit the immune system&#8217;s ability to fight the tumor. Statins have an anti-inflammatory effect that can dampen this chronic inflammation and create a more favorable environment for immune cells. This reduces the growth of cancer cells and improves the immune system&#8217;s response.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Impact_on_Angiogenesis\"><\/span>4. Impact on Angiogenesis:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Blood vessel development<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels, which is necessary for tumors to grow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inhibition of blood vessel development<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some studies suggest that statins may inhibit angiogenesis, which can limit tumor growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Modulation_of_the_immune_system\"><\/span>5 Modulation of the immune system:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Statins can affect the function of the immune system and potentially improve its ability to fight cancer cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stimulation of immune cells<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Studies suggest that statins can stimulate the activity of certain types of immune cells, such as natural killer cells (NK cells) and macrophages. These cells play an important role in killing cancer cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Presentation of tumor antigens<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins can affect the process by which tumor cell proteins (antigens) are presented to T-lymphocytes. This can lead to a stronger immune response against the tumor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inhibition of tumor-induced immunosuppression<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cancer cells can suppress the immune system to avoid being attacked. Statins can help counteract this immunosuppression and make the immune system more effective.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Improved tumor control<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By strengthening the immune system&#8217;s ability to recognize and kill cancer cells, statins can contribute to inhibiting tumor growth and prolonging patient survival.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Prevention_of_metastases\"><\/span>6. Prevention of metastases:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Inhibits spread<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By reducing tumor growth and inhibiting the spread of cancer cells, statins can help prevent metastases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Synergy_with_Other_Cancer_Treatments\"><\/span>7. Synergy with Other Cancer Treatments:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Enhanced effect<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins can potentially increase the effectiveness of other cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statins_against_cancer\"><\/span>Statins against cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although statins are not yet approved specifically for the treatment of cancer, their potential as an adjuvant treatment is being investigated in several clinical trials. There are several reasons for this interest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Safety profile<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins are generally well-tolerated and have a well-known safety profile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Synergistic effects<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins can potentially enhance the effect of conventional cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cost<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins are relatively inexpensive compared to many other cancer drugs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_effects\"><\/span>Side effects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Statins can have side effects, and there are concerns about a potential increased risk for certain types of cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the same time, one must keep one&#8217;s prognosis without the use of repurposed drugs in mind and understand that many people have been helped to an extraordinary degree by <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\">repurposed drugs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although they are very effective and generally well-tolerated, like all other medicine, they can cause side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The most common side effects<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Muscle issues:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This is the most common side effect. It can feel like soreness, pain, or weakness in the muscles. In rare cases, it can develop into a more serious condition called rhabdomyolysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fatigue:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some people experience a feeling of tiredness or weakness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Digestive problems:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This can include constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, or nausea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other side effects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty sleeping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rash<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More serious but rare side effects<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Liver problems:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statins can in rare cases affect the liver. Therefore, your doctor will normally take blood tests to monitor your liver function when you start treatment with statins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Neurological problems:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In very rare cases, statins can cause memory problems, confusion, or depression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_your_doctor\"><\/span>Contact your doctor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should contact your doctor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Severe muscle pain, especially if accompanied by fever or weakness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaundice (yellowish skin or eyes).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark urine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confusion or memory problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_research_says\"><\/span>What the research says<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research on the effect of statins on cancer is complex and has yielded mixed results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Some studies have shown a possible reduced risk of certain cancers, such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer, in people taking statins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other studies have found no correlation between statin use and cancer prevention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One should be aware that these studies do not include the 4 important repurposed drugs included in the <a href=\"https:\/\/fookid.dk\/behandlinger\/coc-protokollen-hvorfor-den-virker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">COC Protocol<\/a>, which is why it is not a representative picture in this context.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Concerns have been raised that statins might increase the risk of certain types of cancer, such as skin cancer and melanoma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Note:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research is still ongoing, and there is a need for more comprehensive studies to confirm the efficacy and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, one can read at <a href=\"https:\/\/propa.dk\/2018\/02\/22\/kolesterolmedicin-mod-prostatakraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Propa<\/a>, among others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The study shows that prostate cancer patients who are in cholesterol-lowering treatment with statins have nearly a 20% lower risk of dying from prostate cancer than men who do not receive statins.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If considering the use of statins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is crucial to have a thorough dialogue with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks of using statins for cancer prevention or treatment.<br>Furthermore, be aware that certain drugs can interact, so unintended effects may occur when these are combined.<br>If you are in doubt, it can be checked here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-bl-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e5573d2edb548cbf9a683e50be6153ba wp-block-paragraph\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2Un76TmB0Yk4p7gHQ4TUFL7cCg_ob3aVB1DcZjT48o-YwFap8riMvnNiQ_aem__ZDuOwAdzVO0yZi5iJKihQ\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Drugs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Remember:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision to use statins for cancer must be made individually in consultation with a doctor who has an in-depth understanding of your medical history, risk profile, and treatment goals. Preferably one who is familiar with the use of <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\"><strong>repurposed drugs<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Statins are primarily known for their cholesterol-lowering properties. Nevertheless, research has shown that they may also play a promising role in cancer treatment. By affecting several different cellular processes, statins can contribute to inhibiting tumor growth and improving patient survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While statins can be a valuable supplement to conventional cancer treatment, it is important to emphasize that conventional practitioners believe they should not replace standard treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\">Repurposed Drugs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statiner-reducerer-risiko-for-brystkraeft\/\">Statins reduce risk of recurrence in breast cancer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/no-medicine-plan-b-2\/\">No medicine &#8211; Plan B<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-menu-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ef7d07e4a2f3fd4865240f3b1020f6b6 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#menu\">(to menu)<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Links<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c3ac134f004ec7798f09bf91e1e02e94 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interaktionsdatabasen.dk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interactions (search for preparations)<\/a> (Interaktionsdatabasen, Danish Medicines Agency) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b3efaeb778acca534de4654b3fc8e8af wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/propa.dk\/2018\/02\/22\/kolesterolmedicin-mod-prostatakraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Propa<\/a> (research suggests beneficial effect) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dfea61f48e02680c2b1a55995cbc6530 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sundhedspanel.dk\/sundhedsnyheder\/kan-statiner-mindske-doedeligheden-for-kraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sundhedspanel<\/a> (statins and cancer) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1111337f43e88b23d9f22ac691fdceec wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sundhedspolitisktidsskrift.dk\/nyheder\/4664-kendt-hjertemedicin-kan-have-markant-effekt-mod-brystkraeft-stort-forsog-gar-i-gang.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sundhedspolitisk Tidsskrift <\/a>(effect against breast cancer) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73ef3bb4697270466b44a712d5862e41 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/showme.missouri.edu\/2024\/a-new-approach-to-treating-a-difficult-type-of-breast-cancer\/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFb8_dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHc24qVKSO1Dml9vwTWzgBQI2gzUTWR2Fi-ZlY5SLv54EWgGDlcuKwJdQ6g_aem_Ws6eTm8pQXxd22jtn-9KGA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A new approach to treating a difficult type of breast cancer<\/a> (University of Missouri)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2477913aeade1a21336acc2cb27bcfed wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onkologisktidsskrift.dk\/behandlinger\/1496-laboratorieforsog-statiner-sulter-kraeftceller-ihjel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Onkologisk Tidsskrift<\/a> (statins starve cancer cells to death) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8cb3bbc6c173475bfc5dde46c49dbcdb wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/via.ritzau.dk\/pressemeddelelse\/13808426\/regulering-af-kolesterolniveauer-kan-vaere-noglen-til-bedre-kraeftbehandling?publisherId=12670528&amp;lang=da\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Regulation of cholesterol levels may be key to better cancer treatment <\/a>(Ritzau) (Danish Language)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-913b6541b20be013fd88824a76ee5f55 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30458856\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statin drugs to reduce breast cancer recurrence and mortality<\/a> (PubMed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a13ab8473e408a3cd3f7fe63bbdc6eed wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/37442270\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ferroptosis, a new pathogenetic mechanism in cardiometabolic diseases and cancer: Is there a role for statin therapy?<\/a> (PubMed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c14c0334c55f61f8114c309fa7a19dd3 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41416-025-03070-w?fbclid=IwY2xjawK-ZytleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETB6Z3JmcTBiVjE3aWZsOVk1AR53Ke2GHo8Bcehk9XXUchnLKQEK5r85KDREDWI1BbAxHxYHpYmgB-X5O35_uA_aem_1NdQ2ePlTRIo1SGYe7VLEA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statin use and breast cancer-specific mortality and recurrence: a systematic review and meta-analysis including the role of immortal time bias and tumour characteristics<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a64f97b17ccee93b55977b39c4e4c9c1 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12116307\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The role of statins in the regulation of breast and colorectal cancer and future directions<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> Cholesterol-lowering medication (statins) shows potential against breast and intestinal cancer in particular by blocking the important Mevalonate growth pathway. However, clinical results are uncertain and likely depend on the specific type of statin, dose, and duration of treatment, which requires more research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6157f546150dbd2cd1434c8e21902d05 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jitc.bmj.com\/content\/11\/1\/e005940\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statin drugs enhance responses to immune checkpoint blockade in head and neck cancer models<\/a> (Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer, 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9c184d425e98a6e1add74f36bb13dda9\"><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> These results suggest that statins deserve further investigation as well-tolerated, affordable drugs that can improve the response to PD-1 checkpoint blockade and other immunotherapies for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5047fa155956c889bd875c1f01e591ce wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/40452015\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cholesterol-induced colorectal cancer progression and its mitigation through gut microbiota remodeling and simvastatin treatment<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> High serum cholesterol can promote colorectal cancer, while improving gut bacteria with Lactobacillus and cholesterol-lowering treatments like Simvastatin can help slow tumor growth and strengthen the immune system. Cholesterol management is therefore important in CRC treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f045d67247f011b68c02e4d61c532f9c wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39772879\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Concomitant Statin Use and Survival in Patients With Cancer on Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors: A Meta-Analysis<\/a> (PubMed, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A large study found that cancer patients using statins alongside immune checkpoint treatment have better survival. This could make statins an important supplemental treatment, but more tests are needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-63dbd0f97570a688683cfd9cb94d41d9 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ejog.org\/article\/S0301-2115(21)00556-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Association between statin use and the risk, prognosis, and mortality of gynecologic cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis<\/a> (European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2022)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> This 2022 meta-analysis compiles data from 43 studies. The conclusion is that the use of statins is associated with a lower risk of developing gynecological cancer, including ovarian cancer. The analysis also indicates a possible link between statin use and improved prognosis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2f8cea3e6ab7742f9264233e437a18e wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/7300955_Anti-Cancer_Therapy_Targeting_the_Mevalonate_Pathway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anti-Cancer Therapy: Targeting the Mevalonate Pathway<\/a> (ResearchGate, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> This review article explains why the Mevalonate signaling pathway is a vulnerable target in many types of cancer. It describes how the pathway is crucial for cancer cell growth and survival and how statins can exploit this vulnerability by blocking the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dfb0504805092e40a74192e1a07ad30f wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9695805\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statins as Repurposed Drugs in Gynecological Cancer: A Review<\/a> (PubMed, 2022)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A review article describing the rationale for using statins in gynecological cancers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-929ae8d4e27db61523921fb1ef80ccf0 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/385555366_Statin_use_and_ovarian_cancer_Outcomes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statin use and ovarian cancer Outcomes<\/a> (Research Gate, 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A study investigating how the use of statins affects the prognosis and survival of patients with ovarian cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-838951352b1652e254ab08dfab83c24b wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7661422\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Efficacy and safety profile of statins in patients with cancer: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials <\/a>(PubMed, 2020)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A systematic review of the best (randomized) studies confirming the safety profile of statins in cancer patients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c99baa3978b2402fc0a67ee02c01466a wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1424-8247\/14\/5\/470\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statin as a Potential Chemotherapeutic Agent: Current Updates as a Monotherapy, Combination Therapy, and Treatment for Anti-Cancer Drug Resistance<\/a> (MDPI, 2021)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A review article describing how statins work against cancer, both alone and in combination with chemo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0e48c6f401a31632791f564f00f79f69 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/karger.com\/ort\/article-abstract\/48\/7-8\/414\/924164\/Effect-of-Statin-Use-on-Survival-Outcomes-in?redirectedFrom=fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Effect of Statin Use on Survival Outcomes in Patients Diagnosed with Epithelial Ovarian Cancer<\/a> (Karger, Oncology Research and Treatment, 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Relevance:<\/strong> A study specifically linking the use of statins with better survival in patients with epithelial ovarian cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Page created:<\/strong> July 1, 2024, Last revised September 16, 2025<a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/repurposed-drugs\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-menu-links-color\">\u2764<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>What you read on Jeg har Kr\u00e6ft is not a recommendation. Seek competent guidance.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indhold<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Treatments\" >Treatments<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Complementary_and_Alternative_Treatments\" >Complementary and Alternative Treatments<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Statins_and_cancer\" >Statins and cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Effect_in_cancer\" >Effect in cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Inhibition_of_Cholesterol_Synthesis\" >Inhibition of Cholesterol Synthesis:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#2_Modulation_of_the_Cell_Cycle\" >2. Modulation of the Cell Cycle:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#3_Anti-inflammatory_Effect\" >3. Anti-inflammatory Effect:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#4_Impact_on_Angiogenesis\" >4. Impact on Angiogenesis:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#5_Modulation_of_the_immune_system\" >5 Modulation of the immune system:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#6_Prevention_of_metastases\" >6. Prevention of metastases:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#7_Synergy_with_Other_Cancer_Treatments\" >7. Synergy with Other Cancer Treatments:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Statins_against_cancer\" >Statins against cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Side_effects\" >Side effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Contact_your_doctor\" >Contact your doctor<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#What_the_research_says\" >What the research says<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/statins\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Treatments Complementary and Alternative Treatments Statins and cancer What are statins Statins are a group of medications primarily used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. 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