i am currently on medication to lower my cholesterol and last week i went to  a clinic for insurance reason. i was asked to collect sample of my urine after which the doctor use dipstick to check my urine. he told me there is some trace of protein in my sample. Is there a possibility that my medication causes the problem? Could it be i have problem withmy kidney? for your information i am taking lovastatin on a daily basis. one tablet a day.
HelloThanks for query. You have been taking Lovastatin to lower down your cholesterol levels .and have noticed proteins in urine detected on dipstick test for urine. Normally in every individual kidney excrete some amount of protein (One plus)in urine and that is detected on routine analysis. It has significance only when it is more than 2-3 plus. Get test for estimation of proteins excretion in 24 hours urine samples. If it is significantly more you will need to consult qualified Nephrologist for further investigations and treatment if required. Chat Doctor. Consult