The use of statin medications may elevate the risk of contracting herpes zoster infection.
The purpose of this meta-analysis was to review data and evidence from previously published studies that examined whether the use of statins is associated with increased risk of contracting herpes zoster infection. Data from 6 studies covering more than 2 million subjects were included in this meta-analysis.
Researchers found out that regular users of statin drugs were highly vulnerable to acquiring herpes zoster infection. This meta-analysis highlights the role statins play in increasing an individual's susceptibility to herpes zoster infection.