This medication has been a nightmare for me!!! The only precaution I was informed of was no grapefruit or grapefruit product, so I continued taking it for 2 weeks after severe muscle pain started. I discontinued taking it and returned to the Dr. Was prescribed steroid pack & muscle relaxers. That was 3 weeks ago and I still have pain and very low energy. I found this article in an ongoing search for guidance in dealing with the debilitating problems I’ve now had to endure for 5 miserable weeks.
@Argyll98463 жыл бұрын
Lipitor seems to aggravate the pain I have from sciatica. As an experiment I went off the medication for a few days and the intensity of the pain in my leg was reduced by 60-75%. When I went back on the medication the pain returned relatively quickly and after a few days it was back to its previous level. I am seeing my doctor today to discuss this.
@TheJmax593 жыл бұрын
I'd be interested in the video, also. Type 2, no history of cholesterol problems but I test right at 200. Do notice that my upper arm muscles throb continuously. I have alerted my doc. I take it every 3 days instead of daily. Thanks for your diligent reporting!
@j-p.80563 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kwaku. I get tired of taking my medications sometimes and don’t refill on time. Your quick, informative videos have helped me remember why I need to take my prescribed medications and get back on track with my healthcare.
@HealthRX3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome! Always glad when I hear I’ve been able to help in anyway at all. Thanks for watching.
@lavan36203 жыл бұрын
Hello, this drug elevated my underactive thyroid, I was having bad headache, I developed a upper respiratory infection and my glucose levels went up,. I was constipated. All of these side effects came from no where. After three months , my cholesterol went from 143 to 72. I also changed my diet . I never eat red meat, pork etc. I eat a lot of salmon and fish.very seldom , do I eat fried food . I am now afraid to continue.using this drug.
@rosemaylawsane40852 жыл бұрын
I am taking atorvastatin for cholestérol but it causes me pain my legs ,can you suggest me anything else please .
@m_edem_akafia4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, Kwaku. Keep up the great work!
@HealthRX4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael.
@falolakabiru87913 жыл бұрын
am been taking statin for the past three years 40mg
@michaellevenberg63242 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your clear explanation of the use for atorvastatin and, it’s side effects. As an older (74 years old) patient, I wonder WHEN /IF I might be able to discontinue the use of this statin. I am also curious as to the possible negative interaction between this drug and other drugs (aspirin, finasteride and tamsulosen) or, vitamin supplements. Thanks, again.
@robertpolansky44903 жыл бұрын
Ok we know it is dad to take so you did not say what the people can take with little side effect. everybody say it is not good so whats other medicine or supplement can do the same Job ....
@kingtrance68263 жыл бұрын
Ask your doctor!!!
@nathaliematthews31413 жыл бұрын
I feel heat running through my body every time I take this drug, and can't sleep. No more of this drug , it scare me I am a diabetic and is given 40 mg ,in my 60's. I pray for the night to pass.
@bettyrayhourn49063 жыл бұрын
Does it make urinary incontinence worse? Before taking this drug in January , I could go shopping more than half a day and not have to go to the bathroom. All I have to do now is drink a sip of water and can't hold it and don't make it to the bathroom soon enough.
@prospectnyc3 жыл бұрын
I died instantly on my first dose of this medicine. After it left my system, I became alive again. 5/5 would take it again.
@ramsb74 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic explanation brother thank you ❤🎉 started taking atrovastatin … not sure it is aggravating my asthma cough , body/ knee pain
@davidmosley61762 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sir
@HealthRX2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@vapeking4663 жыл бұрын
I have never had any heart issues before but my family has. My doctor sent me for a calcium CT scan. The test came back with a 269 score. The Dr immediately prescribed 40mg of this medication. I do not have diabetis, high cholesterol, and don't smoke. Does this seem like a medication that could benefit me? Honestly I don't like to take any meds unless absolutely needed.
@mariacolon1514 жыл бұрын
Thank u I am having pain on my right side my stomach and I took a body pains and fatigue
@alburybeverly3592 жыл бұрын
Hello my legs with pain. And feet are swelling. Just started on this medicine. And Diltiazem er120mg 24Hr cap(ab3) please help
@HealthRX2 жыл бұрын
Please discuss with your doctor. Atorvastatin is documented to cause muscular aches and pains especially if combined with Diltiazem. I discuss some of the those effects in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3mXeaCed7ikb7M .I think you should let your doctor know though. All the best.
@florettafrancois39513 жыл бұрын
I've been taking it a long time but now I have been having a lot of joint pains I will not take it anymore
@HealthRX3 жыл бұрын
Will not be a bad idea to discuss with your doctor first.
@Double-D19683 жыл бұрын
It caused tingling and numbness in my fingers.
@stephenamoah-boateng37214 жыл бұрын
Good job!
@HealthRX4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!🙏
@kgfes3 жыл бұрын
What is the effect on weight
@dr.salomerowe21493 жыл бұрын
Physicians, does Atorvastatin cause Interstitial Lung Disease? Thank you. Dr. SGR.
@yvettedaly70353 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@emmanuelahiadeke65953 ай бұрын
Can i take tea with milk when taking atrovastatin?
@AM-qw9cv2 жыл бұрын
Does this medicine effects libido and give ED?
@emmanuelahiadeke65953 ай бұрын
Ok tnxs. I take 10mg pls can i take it 1x2 daily?
@christinebaig5228 Жыл бұрын
Great information 👍
@HealthRX Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks
@courtneyhaughton32933 жыл бұрын
Hi Kwaku. How about digestive issues?
@fatudulleh62983 жыл бұрын
I want to see the video of it 👍
@tonyambor4313 жыл бұрын
I had been taking Atrovastatin (Itrovaz) 80mg from Jan. 2018 to present once a day until reduce to MWFS so 4 tab. a week
@falolakabiru87913 жыл бұрын
am been using statin for the past three years 40mg by doctor
@DosBear3 жыл бұрын
Thank-you.
@HealthRX3 жыл бұрын
Welcome and thanks for watching.
@wadesulaiman24133 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the lecturer
@jjohnston66453 жыл бұрын
Top Cardiologist Exposes The Great Cholesterol Con - KZbin