Atorvastatin may be used for the treatment of high cholesterol
Signs of myopathy include muscle weakness, tenderness, pain, and fever
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However, suddenly stopping statins can lead to a rebound effect experts often refer to as “statin withdrawal syndrome
If you stop taking your statin medication, like atorvastatin (Lipitor), you
You may want to stop atorvastatin if you think you're having side effects
Statins are drugs that can lower your cholesterol
By using statins, the doctors are obviously trying to protect you from
If you’re unable to tolerate atorvastatin, there are several options your
There is no need to stop Lipitor (atorvastatin) for a few days before start Read More
Like all medicines, atorvastatin can cause side effects in some people, but not everybody gets them
By using statins, the doctors are obviously trying to protect you from developing more blockages
SAMS can vary in frequency and severity
The compounds, called furanocoumarins, block an enzyme in the intestine that normally breaks down statins (and many other drugs)
Why the fish oil? Rhabdomyolysis can cause extreme muscle pain, liver damage, kidney failure and death
Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects
Increasing fiber intake is healthy According to a 2017 study, around 39 million American adults age 40 and above take statins
I stopped taking the statin
Clinical studies If you make big lifestyle changes or lose a lot of weight, you can discuss with your doctor if coming off statins is right for you
Comments: Following initiation and/or upon titration, lipid levels should be evaluated within 2 to 4 weeks and dosages adjusted accordingly
Since you will probably need to take the statin for the rest of your life, managing side effects is important
Lipitor can cause the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney I stopped taking Atorvastatin about 3 weeks ago and my peripheral neuropathy seems to be a bit worse! I'm wondering if the side effects suffered get a bit worse before they actually get better
Your healthcare provider may assess treatment with statins on the basis of this score, as well as other factors
Less common side effects you may have with statins are: Nausea