hi ladies

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I want to try for a baby but my husband is taking statins I wonder if he is supposed to stop taking them while we are trying to conceive is any one in a similar situation or do you have an idea please advice

no it does not state anything on the leaflet but women who are taking statins are told to stop while ttc due to the fact that it can cause birth deformities and so I just wondered if that applied to men

Probably best to ask a doctor over an Internet forum for this sort of info.

Maybe dh could stop taking them temporarily and you or he can see a doctor asap to ask? You can always call your GP and ask over the phone.

I don't think that statin use in the male partner is likely to cause problems, but this is a GP or NHS Direct question.

Why would statins affect sperm? Is there a reason?

I don't think so squiz, could maybe have an effect on motility but I'd be surprised if anything significant.

Check with GP.

Don't get him to stop taking them, presumably he needs them for a reason. If you are concerned, then hold off from TTC until you can check with your GP.

Never stop taking prescribed medication based on a hunch it might be an idea whilst TTC. He needs to make an actual appointment with his GP. No one should make serious health decisions based on internet advice - even if someone came along saying that they were a consultant in the area in question

Hi- nurse specialist here! Shouldn't be a problem with him taking them its more if the woman is, definitely don't let him stop without discussing with gp! If your really concerned have a chat with Dr and look at dh's cholesterol levels, it they're good and stable it may be he can stop them/ reduce the dosage. But this is a decision that your Dr needs to help you make xx

Thank you all