Statins use is associated with poorer glycaemic control in a cohort of hypertensive patients with diabetes and without diabetes

Statins use is associated with increased HbA1c levels among hypertensive patients and hypertensive patients with diabetes. Clinicians managing hypertensive patients on statins should consider monitoring the HbA1c level and ensure that those with diabetes have their hyperglycaemia kept under control (Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome)