Atorvastatin side effects YOU need to KNOW!

[@thomasdonohue1833]

Statins are garbage. The side effects are horrendous and many suffer from them but are silent. I was on metformin and atorvastatin for 3 yrs. My doctor told me I was prediabetic and I needed the metformin. She told me metformin was a miracle drug. She also put me on atorvastatin. She told me high cholesterol could lead to diabetes. I told my doctor if I wasn't diabetic I didn't want to take pills, I expressed a desire to change my eating habits. She insisted I take the pills. She used diabetic scare tactics to get me on these pills. I started taking them because I assumed she was the doctor and knew best. A few months into taking these pills my blood sugar started crashing without warning. I thought I was suffering anxiety attacks. It took me 3 yrs and an emergency room bill to figure out the metformin was giving hypoglycemia. I quit taking metformin a month ago but I was still suffering neuropathy pains. My moods were horrible and I was depressed a lot. My hair is thinning. My left hip hurt constantly. My vision was blurry and I had a constant ringing in my ears that plagued me for almost 2 yrs. I quit the atorvastatin 4 days ago and all these things have nearly subsided. I pray my hair grows back to it's former thickness. In the future I will do my research before I allow some pill pushing doctor to scare me into taking pills. I would rather die of a heart attack than take some poisonous pill that makes me wish I was dead. Cholesterol is made by the liver and there is absolutely no evidence that high cholesterol causes strokes or heart attacks and statins don't prevent either. People need to stand up for themselves and tell their doctors to shove these statin meds. There should be laws against the medical profession using scare tactics to get people on these meds.

[@kathleenmorrell5286]

Good job I'm with you on every single thing you say. ❤

[@mikejduk]

I would guess, in some cases, their interests may lay more with the Pharmacy's than the patients.

[@tonywoodham3760]

Thank You for being brave 🙏

[@joyvaughan-watkins9902]

My Husband had been taken Atorvastatin for nearly 20 years. He had no real side effects until about 3 years ago when he developed joint pain in one knee. This gradually deteriorated and spread to both legs causing him to need a stick for support when walking. We struggled to get him a GP appointment because it was during the pandemic, but when we did the Doctor did not seem too concerned and at no point mentioned the use of Statins. My Husband continued to deteriorate, with terrible pain in walking, lethargy and fatigue. He spent time in Hospital with kidney problems, he had urine retention and had a stent fitted in his kidney. He was in and out of Hospital last year when in August he became unable to move without assistance and was admitted for the last time. He died in September. I now have found out that a lot of his symptoms were probably caused by the use of Statins. Were the GP and Hospital negligent?

[@bluedot360]

What about the heart patient who had heart attack and have stents?

[@MohdAmin-b1j]

WHY THEN DID DOCTORS/ GOVVERNMENT APPROVED ASTORVASTATIN TO GIVEN TO PATIENT WTH HIGH CHOSLESTROL...????

[@gerritwiersma6269]

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[@hunthse]

@@joyvaughan-watkins9902 so sorry for your loss. I'm trying to figure out how you're blaming statins? That's like saying because I'm getting old and I'm having physical aches and pains, it's because I eat carrots. There's no correlation.

[@hunthse]

@@MohdAmin-b1j very simple answer. I've been taking it for a well over 20 years. It saves my life by keeping my cholesterol down which keeps my arteries open with zero side effects.

[@bobbyk9939]

As a runner who puts in over 2,000 miles every year for the past decade and lift weights 3 times a week, I was getting bad muscle pains in my legs and whole body after workouts and running. I didn’t know the side effects as being muscle pains until after so many running injuries in my leg muscles. I thought because I turned over 51 years old , it was Father Time coming after me. Then after watching KZbin videos by Dr Berg, I realize it was the Atrovastatin. My marathon was not easy and my legs cramped up about 10km earlier than it normally would for distance I run.

[@foreverknight1109]

On statins for over 10 years! Under Drs care. the worst 10 years of my life; Severe muscle pain; I that I would be better off dead; made me be on heavy narcotics. I went off statins on a carnivore's diet; pain subsided; Reduced muscle pain; feel great; on the new diet ate what and as much as I want; lost a shit load of weight; now I have a new great life

[@johnriley215]

Life is great without statins

[@michaelbarker742]

I started carnivore this past Monday.

[@abubakarahmed9662]

Learned a lot. These drugs are doing too many bad things to my body and mind that I have no words to express. Great doctors on KZbin are really helpful. Keep moving. 🎉

[@manmohansreedhar9268]

It’s based on individual body types and medical conditions. One has to do a risk benefit analysis. For those with a history of high blood cholesterol, diabetes and have stents, the benefits are far greater than risks. So let comments here based on individual experiences which I respect not cause someone who really needs to take statins stop doing it

[@jvt201]

Statin must have saved your life in those ten years. Keep on tracking triglycerides and cholesterol levels please

[@HelgatheHorriblez]

As a chronic case manager- I found this very helpful. Some patients aren’t aware that their complaints may actually be side effects from their current medications. It’s very important especially when multiple pharmacies and/or multiple doctors are involved that we consider the possibility of a drug/drug interaction as well. I know of at least two cases where such a thing has occurred with my patients- but I caught before the mail order pharmacy was able to fill the order.

[@brunoboaz7656]

Very well explained! My doctor never took the time to explain anything. His attitude was "I prescribed it and you'll take it because you need it. "

[@dianeshelley6458]

Be careful with statin drugs some people just can't take the pain they cause. There is meds that are not statins. Just find one your insurance will pay for. Your insurance will tell you which one.

[@bojomojo4109]

Dump your doctor and find another one.

[@susantroupe9341]

Try looking online for information on statins . They are not what you think. Drs are told they must prescribe these meds. They do not reduce cardiovascular events by 30% like you are told. It’s more like 1% if that. Big pharma is making billions on these destructive meds. Do your own research people!!

[@litosongconarvasa9221]

Same as my doctor.

[@pamelariley6694]

@@susantroupe9341 That what I thought Susan.

[@edwinwise6751]

I detected a change in my cog skills a few weeks after starting a statin program . I was told the benefits would outweigh the side effects. I finally had to decide between renal or cognitive decline. I would rather be able to think clearly and let the chips fall where they may . After 2 weeks my skills improved markedly after I discontinued the statin

[@johnriley215]

Same for me.

[@yardrail3432]

Thankyou for making this video doctor.. Lots of food for thought, i.e. I wonder why my doctor didn't inform me of any of these side effects when prescribing this drug to me. Gratitude and Respect.

[@michaelshelley1289]

this drug pretty much saved my life...i went from a cholesterol level of 340 down to 160.....i did have the muscle pain when i first started it....but not any more.....glad i was put on it!

[@devdathmdsouza]

Out of 1 lakh users 1 might get any benefit and it might increase your life by a few days 😊 These are hidden by Pharma mafia

[@KidCharlemagne-n2r]

340? What are you talking about?

[@tfp0052]

Good for you. You are the exception, not the rule!

[@jayne5185]

I had a lot of the side affects, I was taken off the tablets 3 months ago and I feel amazing. No more headaches, joint pain, fatigue, muscle fatigue. After watching this im glad I went to see my GP and feel it was the right decision. Thank you so much

[@jayne5185]

@Giovoni Metro nothing at the moment, I can't get in to see my Dr with the restrictions. I've changed to a plant base diet too. I had blood test about 2 weeks ago and I've just realised I haven't chased them up. Will do Monday.

[@mojisolaakinbohun2412]

@Giovoni MetroI want to thank thegiovomi for educating people on the side effects of simvastatin actually this is the first time coming across your program the Utube.

[@johnriley215]

Same for me.

[@loristroutgmail3715]

Was on 80mg a day after bypass surgery. Could not remember things, was confused, knew something was wrong but thought it was a side effect of the coronary bypass surgery. Went to my doc for a respiratory illness, she decided that 80mg was too much, my lipids were very good and went down to 40mg a day. Several weeks later I realized that my memory was improved and I wasn't fogged out all the time. I started cutting the 40mg in half and next visit my lipids were still good. I told the doc and she prescribed 20's. I immediately started cutting those in half. When the next couple of labs showed my chloresterol was still good, I told the doc about cutting the 20's in half and my memory had greatly improved and wasn't nearly as befuddled as before and I'm just on 10mgs a day now.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for sharing your experience with other viewers.

[@SaveOurEarth1777]

Our brains need cholesterol to function.

[@uncleuncle8794]

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[@tonygodfrey7813]

The point is that only you yourself know just how much medication your body can tolerate. Do you not think that by keep cutting your medication down. That you may actually not need that particular pill.

[@maragrace820]

really? you are still taking the poison? you are just delaying bigger issues

[@HeatherJRedhead]

I’ve been taking this for several years with no problems at all .

[@nirmalasamarasinghe2277]

I am 55 yes old but my doctor is given this medicine ,

[@nqureshi11]

Same here. No side effects at all for over 10 years. Is this different from person to person?

[@ambujaprathap]

Yes

[@Apol61]

Been on 18 months. Muscle pain and raised liver enzymes almost from outset. Stopped 7 weeks ago, no muscle or joint pain for last 3 weeks. Liberating! Awful medication but happy for those not effected or think they are not. Guess everyone is different?

[@aim302]

Blessings n lucky u

[@michaeltowler2632]

I have an arterial blockage in one leg at about 74. I kept on doing my activities, mountain biking, kayaking, and working a physical job, though I couldn't walk very far. The doctor put me on 40mg of Atorvastatin a day and one cartia tablet. I'm now 80 and still doing my sports activities, though retired now. I've noticed in the last two years that I do less and get tired more. I have aches and pains but I think after a lifetime of hard manual work and a long long list of physical injuries starting at aged 6 being run over by a taxi to breaking 3 ribs and my scapular 2 years ago going off a drop. I think it's natural as you get older to wear out and have all those aches and pains. Also as you age you look back more and think too much about the past and the thing you did or didn't do and family matters, so sometimes not sleeping well is to be expected. What I'm saying is, how can you tell if it's a natural part of aging or it's the effects of the statin

[@timschulz2760]

Seriously? I am 78, fit, energetic and eat well. short story. Open heart surgery and a 50% blocked artery. Got over the surgery well and put on a statin ' to be safe'. One month later i feel like i am dying. Complete blood check and I am. Liver and kidneys going down fast. My local GP wants me to keep taking the statins but I say no. It is the only change in my living behaviour. 3 months and feeling better so thought i would given them another try. lower dosage and 1 month later not feeling good so stop and demand blood checks. Same story - body dying. Stay of statins for around 7 months this time and feeling good again. Surely the statins weren't so bad so give then a try again. 2 Weeks and I can feeling the body going down again, so stop. No more statins. Once again bloods showed the body negative reaction. Now a year later I finally feel 'normal' again both in body and mind! That's how you tell if it is nature or the chemical. By the way they did lower my cholesterol, however it has never been above recommended levels; although in the last 2 years they have kept dropping the recommended level so it extrapolates that everyone will soon have 'high' cholesterol!

[@jimjohnston3188]

I was prescribed Atorvastatin in July of this year. My cholesterol wasn't particularly high so I don't know what my doctor was trying to accomplish. After taking medicine for about 8 weeks a blood test revealed my blood sugar had risen 40 points to about 160. Shortly afterwards I developed joint pain in my hips (at the time I was walking about 5 miles daily or cycling 25 miles for excercise). After taking my normal walk one day I began to cough uncontrollably. I could feel my sinuses draining into my lungs. Joint pain also increased significantly. At the beginning of November I began to suspect the Atorvastatin was the cause. I stopped using the drug and contacted my doctor. Because of Covid my doctor was only doing virtual appointments so I was unable to have him actually examine me. The cough worsened and a chest X-ray revealed bronchitis which was treated with mild antibiotics. I felt somewhat better however joint pain was increasing to the point where I had trouble getting out of bed and moving around. Eventually the cough came back, worsened, and I was diagnosed with pneumonia . I'm recovering from the pneumonia and have an appointment to see a rheumatologist to see if thr joint pain is permanent or can be reversed. Atorvastatin quite literally ruined my health. I cannot walk the distances I used to and I struggle with the urge to cough constantly. Perhaps not life threatening side effects, but centainly life changing side effects.

[@qormi1000]

I ended up with bad liver problems (after only taking them for about 8 months) and my doctor said I had to stop them now because of that. I really didn't want them in the first place, but doctors tend to keep pushing you to take them.

[@dnields]

"After taking medicine for about 8 weeks a blood test revealed my blood sugar had risen" Same here. This is what they never tell you. I was placed on Atorvastatin with a barely above average cholesterol reading. I was already on Lisinopril for my blood pressure (which was also under control and doing fine) but I was also placed on a second blood pressure medication (Amlodipine) at the same time as Atorvastatin. My blood sugar skyrocketed after being put on these unnecessary meds. Health care "professionals" NEVER explain how these drugs can cause your blood glucose to spike... sending you into pre-diabetes or full blown Type 2 diabetes where you otherwise would have no reason to. I stopped taking both of those meds and my blood sugars have been slowly but steadily heading back to normal.

[@vericacvetkovic9093]

​@@dnields Wow

[@vericacvetkovic9093]

Goodness!!!

[@tenabarnes3269]

Lisinopril and Amldopine are the same drug, like Advil is the brand name and ibuprofen is the drug. Lisinopril brand name Amlodopine drug

[@jeremypearson6852]

As my doctor rightly points out, the advantages certainly outweigh the risks. This video does a sensible job, but too many of the media try and scare the daylights out of people.

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

No no no. There are ZERO benefits to taking a Statin drug. If lowering your cholesterol is your aim than try Red Rice Yeast instead. No risk of dementia or Alzheimer’s which is what will happen if you take it for about 5 years. There is a 1 to 1 relationship between Statin drugs and the development of Alzheimer’s as it robs your brain of the fats it needs each day to heal itself. You as a man also face the dangers of it eating your joints away thus requiring joint replacement.

[@gloriasharkey1118]

I've discontinued my statin....makes me feel tired, muscle aches...so I'm changing my diet to plant based foods. we'll see what happens in about 30 days!!! Thanks for the information.

[@dianeshelley6458]

Statin drugs have horrifying side effects. I will never take them again.

[@SSGTA440]

@@dianeshelley6458 Sorry to hear that...I have been taking a stain for 4 years after my heart attack....NEVER had any troubles, never tired, no aches, pains....nothing...but.....what I DO take is Co-enzyme coQ10. That is very important...

[@dianeshelley6458]

@@SSGTA440 I also take Coq10 but it didn't lower my cholesterol.

[@SSGTA440]

@@dianeshelley6458 CoQ10 is involved mainly in muscle cell development....statins can deplete the body's ability to generate muscle mass. I have been taking the instant acting Ubiquinol Co Q10, and since my attack, I have been working out, have a BMI of 24 and have developed serious muscle mass....But I also went on a health regimen....I am in terrific shape for a 64 year old guy. Everything else needs to be working in unison.

[@dianeshelley6458]

@@SSGTA440 it also helps lower cholesterol. I take ezetimibe it is a cholesterol lowering medicine, it's not a statin drug. So far I'm doing well on it. No pain at all.

[@sumobear2031]

If only all Dr's explained the drugs uses, side effects and dangers of prescription dugs in such a simple and easy to understand way. GREAT video

[@rickhernandez4269]

Great video. I stopped using the drug even though my c level was at 223. Too many back and muscle pains. Fatigue etc. it’s not worth it.

[@SEATTLITERON2]

I was taking a statin and developed muscle pain in shoulder and hips. Sciatica in lower back and legs. Do I get surgery on my shoulder or lumber disc? I had no idea what was going on. Then I heard about the side effects statins can cause. It takes time to get the statin out of the body and the damage it had done. Over a periond of weeks I felt recovery and now no sign of those symptoms. What a relief that has been.

[@shanelewis617]

Yes I was prescribed that durg and experience the muscle and joint pain, I just stopped talking it! I'll let my doctor know when I go back in to see her next month!

[@gregoryrivers9510]

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP! I have had to quit working because I can’t-focus on anything very long. I have had a MRI- MRA. My doctors cannot figure out what’s wrong with me. Lord I had forgotten about this medicine I quit taking 3 months ago.

[@silvanusforth1180]

I had muscle pain at first taking it. But I’ve been taking a COQ10 with it and the pain has gone. Been on it for at least five years.

[@thysdup]

Same. CoQ10 is the way to go

[@randysworld1258]

How much CoQ10 would do the job. I have Qunol liquid coQ10. Bottle says 10ml. How much should I take a day?

[@lessehead]

@@randysworld1258 I take 200 mg per day, as per my cardiologists instructions.

[@MrAgent11421]

I've been on 80 mg of Atorvastatin for about 10 years now. My cholesterol is normal and I've never had a problem with Atorvastatin; and I am 81 years old.

[@mohanprasad4925]

This guy is fake. Atorva statin is the only medicine to reduce one's Lipids (Triglycerides).

[@padmamallela1942]

I was on 80 mg a decade ago and ended up with serious stiff back muscles and leg muscles which added the sciatica also. I was 55 then. I was in physiotherapy for 4 months and continued supervised exercise in the same Physiotherpy gym for another 4 months, and with a pain specialist for a year at the sametime. Thanks to my PT, he asked me to stop the statin for a while with my PCP advice to continue with the PT. It was a roller coaster ride. I found articles saying stiff muscles is a rare side effect, but since I was on high dose of statin, probably hit me. I have been on considerable reduced dosage since then, and am doing ok. I keep thanking my PT for his pointing out to my statin. Just wanted to tell my experience.

[@jeffbaxter8770]

No dizziness?

[@specialandroid1603]

Ive been taking atorvastatin for more than 10 years and have been fortunate to experience no problems. My cholesterol count is much lower than it used to be.

[@judiroth7855]

Just found your channel. This is great! Thank you so, so much for this very important info. I have been on this statin for decades and was never told any of this. Thank you❤️👏🌈

[@chrystalfrost1775]

Thank you for explaining this so well. My husband has been experiencing muscle pain around the knee so we reported it to our GP who told us that we only needed to report life threatening side effects. 🙄 Recently found out that they are in the worst 300 GP surgeries in the country (no surprise there).

[@paulfox1800]

You spoke to a GP! You’re so lucky!

[@Johnslist]

Good presentation. I was an active, crazy active cyclist when I was prescribed stati (I think Simvistatin), I let the fear of 'muscle pains' (most likely from 300mi/week of riding) get to me so I stopped. I listened to a podcast recently that suggested that they studied real pains to suggested pains and surmised that most people overreacted or thought the pains were a side effect. A few years later and cholesterol started creeping up again so now I'm on Atorvastatin, no sides, but won't know benefits until tested. It hasn't helped ED as I hoped (first time it did).

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for your feedback and sharing your experience.

[@MegaSreevalsan]

Your english pronounciation is difficult to follow

[@MrGorpm]

@@MegaSreevalsan I am a native English speaker, and I found his diction to be excellent.

[@deanchrisreddy2885]

Thank you for this. I have multiple comorbidities and so use much chronic meds through my local provincial hospital. The last three months I lost appetite and experienced much fatigue. Much back pain. Among other things, my GP told me about side effects of statins a few weeks ago. I stopped for over a month. I'm hoping

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for checking out this video and sharing your experience.

[@sandraoconnor1712]

Omg I’ve been on statins for years and have been living with terrible pain in every part of my body. I don’t leave the house because of pain. Need to get off these sooner rather than later.

[@sister3130]

You just stop eating animals, that's the answer, no butter

[@soniakiran875]

Thank you for the excellent info which even my cardiologist did not give except prescribe. Your good work will help many, many elder folks

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Glad it was helpful!

[@a.panneeirchelvama.p.selva9687]

Very good explanation Timely advise, receiving helps alot I am suffering from all those You have mentioned,thank you very very much

[@johncostin4841]

I have been having shoulder pain for 6 months. I keep swimming daily in the hope that it will go away. I visited a physio . He gave me stretches that made it worse. I do get my words mixed up and feel tired alot. I'm 54. My cholesterol readings were good last check up. I have type 2 diabetes and have had a stent fitted 5 years ago. I have had a heart attack and had a pacemaker fitted 2 years ago. I have been using my sleep apnoea machine for 20 years. I love life and I am very thankful for the talented doctors , nurses and specialists we have. Could the 40 mg daily statin be too much for me?

[@JohnAdams-qh4zr]

Ive been on artorvastatin for 8 years, the only side effect ive noticed is im not dead.

[@shawnsummers2580]

This is the 1st channel ive seen on high b.p. side effects and is encouraging to make lifestyle changes to do away with medications completely. Not to mention your humor at the end of your videos 😅❤

[@railartist001]

THANK YOU !!!!! I take this medication daily in the AM.... will switch to evenings.... you have answered questions of mine that I did not get really good answers from from my physician ..... again, THANKS !!!! (from a retired RN)

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sunnybraetoytoy3797]

I do have the same issues taking Atorvastatin, thank you for all information and I stop taking this medication now. Because I noticed I am very forgetful and my legs is swollen and hardly to sleep. Instead of getting better my body creating to many complications. Actually I searched all sides effects and I found out shocking😳😳.

[@donvaughn5ify]

I have a hard time sleeping also..someone said fish oil will lower it

[@kvkvasankvk6640]

Good to hear from you about the side effects, happy about your explanation 😁

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thank you for your feedback.Appreciate this!

[@charlibaltimore7641]

I've had most of them!! Told my dr every time!!

[@bluegrasshack3810]

1/9/25 Presently recovering from a hip replacement. Statins can cause muscle weakness and falls. I had one fall too many due to a subscription of simvastatin. Use caution, consult your physician if you suspect that a statin may not be the best for you. I have spent one full year away from my home as I moved from hospital to senior living, to rehab facilities as I learn to walk again. Stay alert and be your own best advocate for your health.

[@gangadharank4422]

Very nice info. You are so good. This kind of education is a big eye - opener to many.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Glad it was helpful!Thank you.

[@No1grandma74]

My husband was prescribed Lipitor . He was on NO MEDICATION before this - aged 81 . After 4 days he had a fall due to dizziness, was terribly disorientated, in pain, and his memory was poor. Ambulance took him to hospital. After 4 months in hospital he died. The doctors declared it was the Lipitor that killed him.

[@dharavvyas1033]

I’ve been recommended and was taking Atorvastatin as my LDL is 15, consider as higher given my family history . I had unique side effect - the skin on tip of my private part had become sensitive forming cuts and bleeding. I stopped few times and it would recover . I’ve started taking Simvastatin now, hopefully no side effects, keeping my fingers crossed.

[@abrimer6316]

I have very severe muscle cramps in my legs and ribs I didn’t know this was a side effect. I wondered why. I will discuss with my cardiologist

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Yes, please do.

[@gregschulze5906]

Also. Bad muscle cramping in many areas. Stopped taking and cramping is reduced but at blood test showed increased cholesterol so doctor yelled at me and restarted at lower dose to monitor. Did I want stroke or cramps? Still confused

[@maryokane2036]

Thank you for sharing. I am taking them and I suffer pain. The Farmacia replaced them with natural medicine. All side effects gone. My pharmacist advised me. Also changed my diet. I am not overweight and eat healthy food. I was suffering from diarrhoea. Excellent video. Thank you

[@sandraedwards2946]

I have only just found your channel. Started atorvastatin 4 years ago coincidentally. Continued to have the serious symptoms which you describe getting worse. Even sent for a scan over 2 years ago because if serious amount if blood in urine , burning and finally vaginal thrush every 6 weeks. Never have had before. I am 78 years old. Whole body would tremble after a little housework or out walking. Insomnia for whole time. 10mg for 2 years then up to 20mg for two years. I am 5ft3" 110lbs and healthy lifestyle. Reported all this to doctor but urged to take 40mg as cholesterol level 25% and had not changed. My life was miserable. Refused to take it anymore and am now trying to control it by avoiding saturated fat. Feel so healthy since 8 have been off the statins for 4 months. Feel pain free, active and energetic just like my old self. I have had no history of heart,liver or kidney problems so am just continuing to eat healthily as always and enjoy life. Thank you

[@noblemanraisedinabettertim6171]

What about relation to dementia

[@MrMazin2]

Thank you Doctor for the valuable information. Over twelve years ago, I was assessed as having high cholesterol and was prescribed statin based drug. Within about a year I began feel the loss of memory and unbelievable muscle pain. Normal pain killers didn’t work and so my doctor prescribed pain medications and sleeping pills. Doctor also tried many different cholesterol tablets but of no avail. This went on for about 4-5 years. Finally I took a decision to go against my doctor and did not to take any cholesterol medications. He didn’t know about my decision. I changed my diet and increased the exercises. I do blood tests about twice a year and the cholesterol readings show slightly above the margins. My doctor seems to be not alarmed. But the muscle pain has not gone away. It’s about 80% of what it was. My memory is still not great.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for sharing your clinical experience.

[@sterlingc7000]

It caused incontinence in my older friend. After stopping the drug, all went back to normal.

[@lafayettedurham3257]

Yy Uds 41st.

[@dsjoyful14ever]

I was on Atorvastatin for 2 years at 80mg daily. I have Diabetes Type 2 and high cholesterol. The drug really lowered my bad cholesterol levels; however I developed severe muscle pain in my legs and had to stop taking it. I am now going the "natural" route recently taking Cholestipol and Red Yeast Rice. I was told it takes longer to show a reduction in high cholesterol levels but I am willing to bear with it until it shows reduction progress. I will never take a prescription statin again. I am also starting Co-Enzyme Q10 as well. The Cholestipol tends to constipate but I am drinking a lot of water and eating prunes to combat it.

[@tamilselvam6927]

I was told Statins made from red yeast rice, you may need to check on that.

[@steve-r-collier]

you did the right thing..my dad had a bleed on the brain stroke on 40mg of atorvastatin,the first thing they did in hospital was take him off statins

[@rhambabisun]

Thank u Doc for this inf0

[@MargaretWestwood-og8sd]

This has proved what I have been telling my doctor ,I will find an alternative as these are making me so ill ,wigh terrible pain in my back due to yrs of kiney pain in my back ,I should know my own boxy after 38 yrs of suffering constant kidney problems and having my bladder lifted, I cannot take pain any more ,but dictod tells me if h cong txkd them I will die ,,I have stopped taking them,and intend to find another way through another chanel, Chinese??,or another professional,,

[@buffalogal9139]

Thank you for a great video, concise and directly to the point and greatly informative. My own doctor should be so informative!

[@IanMcKean]

One side effect you did not mention is the fact that it reduces, albeit slightly, testosterone. I suspected as much due to reduced athletic performance, and my suspicion was later confirmed my a medic after I mentioned it to her. I am a74 year old man by the way

[@unnikrip123]

I used to get extremely gastric and feeling of bloating after taking this statin. I stopped taking the medicine for last few months and am doing regular exercises. While cholesterol levels are still high, they have visibly came down. I hope the levels of LDL and triglycerides will improve in the coming months. Thanks for the video

[@janetfisher1556]

Take Atorvastine but find muscle pain itchy skin and I never had itchy skin and also get stomach problems so I have come of them

[@aladrasullivan9018]

You can naturally bring your levels down try red rice yeast tabs,it's worked perfectly for me and others I know

[@tonygodfrey7813]

@@janetfisher1556 Thanks!!. I have also decided to stop them. I have changed my diet. Exercise twice a day. Eat fish, chicken, turkey, Occasional pork. And feel a bit better.

[@rodneysmith1750]

Thank you for this video, I appreciate your knowledge and enthusiasm with your delivery, I also enjoyed the generous amount of background and facts about Atorvastatin, I have been taking it for quite some time and have none of the side effects or problems that you mention.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thank you so much for your kind words.Coming home after a day at work it is always pleasing to read positive feedback.

[@WayniKlaru14344]

I developed a gout at arthritis symptoms and my uric acid went up like hell. So I stop taking and I even proved to my doctors my labworks and they totally agree with me.

[@Zeal_of_God]

I’m 50 years old I started using daily Atorvastatin 10mg since 2008, when my total cholesterol reached 231, 14 years ago. I’ve no such side effects that you have mentioned in this video. I started doing exercises daily 1 hour cardio, and 1 hour muscle strength exercises, 6 days a week. Anyway thanks for the information.

[@garydirkse9900]

Cardio is good but check with experts on the strength work. As we age we need more time between strength exercise sessions

[@georgekish3462]

I don't believe it.....

[@philipdamask2279]

Good for you!

[@tinaashley7802]

I took this and had side effects so bad I couldn't sleep or sit because of muscle pain,walking was affected to,within 4 days of stopping it I felt a lot better,really scared when it happened,I will never take it again

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for sharing your experience to other viewers.

[@barbarabarham3011]

Yes me too , I was completely disabled, couldn't even comb my own hair, my doctor said it wasn't the statins but PMR, have been on steroids to control the symptoms ever since ,eighteen months, but I an CONVINCED it was the statins, Iwas perfectly ok before taking them.

[@cookmaster3626]

If you hava muscle pain following statin use, you should get a check done for CPK level. Statins tend to raise teh CPK level and a higher CPk level can cause your muscles to degrade or sort of like dissolve in layman's terms. Sometimes the CPK level can also be due to below normal Vit D. Any time you have a muscle pain have the CPK level checked not very many physicians do it but i learned about it from mine. Some tiimes a differrent cholestrol lowering drug will not affect the CPK. Remembe that a higher elevated level of CPK canaffect the Hear muscle too. Just what i learned from my experience with cholestrom med use.Feel free to share your experience

[@joycedouglas1636]

@@cookmaster36268

[@johnriley215]

Ditto

[@keithbriere]

I was prescribed Rosuvaststin and used it for 2 wks. I began having lower leg, foot and painful toe cramping and I was told to quit for 1 week. The symptoms went away. My medication was changed to Atoravastatin 1/2 of 10 mg. tab. Just started! Thanks for your warnings.

[@lynnelindley2400]

You have explained exactly me problems. People please look into this drug before taking it. I am struggling to be walking again because of this drug.

[@deborahrydman7615]

How are you Doing on Atorvastatim 10 ?

[@Nalabsnuggly]

I’m 68 and was prescribed statins around 10 years ago. I quickly reduced down from 20 mg to 10mg. I can’t say I’ve noticed any particular side effects. I can comfortably walk around 10 miles and most days, I walk or dance. And if the music is good, I can still dance all night. I eat fish and vegetables, but mostly plant base. Ive concluded that three meals a day is totally unnecessary, so apart from water or a fresh juice, I don’t eat until 1pm. That will be fruits or a salad or a mixed and three to 4 hours later, I have a main meal of vegetables or fish and vegetables or a soup etc. Our bodies gives us lots of signals of what it needs. We just need to learn to listen. Apart from whatever I get through my meals, I do not take a single vitamin of any description. I would say if at all possible, try to eat good wholesome food. It’s the key to good health. It was totally my previous diet that caused me to have elevated cholesterol is under 4 and was under 4 when I put on statin.

[@ivannovotny4552]

Thank you Dr. John for your informative and educational video presentation. From each videos I'm learning so much and particularly this one is "right up my alley."

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Glad it was helpful!Thrilled that you were able to get some value.Appreciate your continued support!

[@RiverGirl.]

I’m going back to my doctor. Thank you 😊

[@dianekissinger8553]

I was on simvastatin 80 mg for 10 years and I had so much muscle pain I thought I was going to end up in a wheelchair my doctor decided to send me to pain management but prior to that I saw another Doctor Who cut the dose in half and I was able to walk. Now I see a different doctor and she put me on atovastantin 10 mg and my mind is clearer and I can walk better, my cholesterol has come down due to a change in diet however I am starting to feel discomfort in my back and hips again.

[@SciFirstMovieTalk]

Thank you for sharing this important information!

[@ThinkYourHealth]

You bet! Thanks for watching.

[@SciFirstMovieTalk]

@@ThinkYourHealth You`re very welcome! :)

[@theultimatereductionist7592]

This is my 3rd month on tizanidine to relieve muscle cramps in my feet. 4mg/day I have NEVER had medicine that makes me THIS immediately and DEEPLY sleepy. I have been on 80mg Atorvastatin daily to lower my cholesterol for 2 years now. It has worked wonders at lowering my cholesterol. And I am on 5mg daily of Lisinopril. I admit that I feel chronically sleepy. Yet, sometimes at night, I CAN'T fall asleep. So the tizanidine helps me sleep.

[@marktenn7959]

Ever since using statins I became more and more pre diabetic although not diagnosed as pre diabetic it became a concern. Muscles and muscle tissue became weaker and much more susceptible to muscle tearing. Certainly affected my connective tissue. Memory problems were a part of it and though slight it became annoying not able to recall vocabulary. It also caused some kidney issues although not severe.

[@lilysmiles3195]

Are you still prediabetic? Do you still take statins?

[@raymondwilliams5661]

Yes stay away from them. Change your diet.

[@mairowen625]

Wow , fair play to you, you’ve made a recovery .👏👏

[@georgebrill6549]

I was on Statins, and U started having memory problems. A friend asked me if I was on statins. I said I was. He said the same thing happened to him when he was on statins. I stopped taking and the memory problems disappeared.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@tbrown2302]

What did you take as a replacement?

[@patmccaffery6454]

At least he thinks they have 🤣

[@andyeahsowhat74]

I had a lot of muscle pain and memory loss. My son told me about a new drug to lower cholesterol and it doesn’t have serious side effects like statins It’s called Ezetimibe He takes 10 mg and has no problems.

[@johnriley215]

Diddo

[@Pamper04]

The Muscle Spasms, UTI’s with Bladder Spasms, and Indigestion have been almost intolerable. I had NO IDEA that this medication could be causing me this pain. I have so much inflammation in my hands and feet each morning. Nope!!! Not taking this anymore!! I’m stopping this mess effective TOMORROW!! I didn’t even know that it was supposed to be taken at night. NO MORE!!

[@marydemos7519]

I took Atorvastatin and had the worse gas and diarrhea. I am 73. I will never take it again!

[@darylballard307]

Great information. Thanks so much for sharing this. Practical information on side effects is so important.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

That's true, all drugs have side effects are the consumer should educate themselves about them!

[@manokputak]

I am taking Atorvastatin for 3 yrs now. Just got my bloodworks. Result good

[@colinstenning9136]

Thank you doctor for explaining in a way that non medically trained people understand 👏👏.I have had bad pains in neck,calf’s and muscles from outside of hip round bottom to the other hip walking about a 1/2 a mile is agony.so I have stopped taking them hopefully the muscle pains will stop

[@Sun-ew3fp]

Amazing delivery of facts ! Clear, concise and efficiently explained !!!

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Much appreciated!

[@isaiasguzman942]

Thank you for the information. I had all that symptoms and had to suspend it. Sometimes we need to accept aging in a more dignified-way.

[@lessehead]

I take it because I don’t believe aging has to mean having a heart attack or stroke. I discussed this with my cardiologist, and he told me that if I were to go off this med, my chances of dying would rise dramatically. Not ready to die at 68!

[@cocothebastard8464]

@@lessehead There are alternatives to statins. I’m on one after having to ditch them through developing rhabdomyolisis.

[@lessehead]

@@cocothebastard8464 I don’t have any side effects from statins. My cardiologist told me to take CoQ10 to get rid of the muscle cramps, and it works! I have no cramps whatsoever. He also told me to take fish oil, B3, and turmeric. My numbers are so much better from statins, so all good.

[@oliviaseymour874]

you literally just saved my life....you have no idea...thank you!!!

[@ThinkYourHealth]

You're welcome!!

[@garydirkse9900]

I get jaundice, muscle weakness and hyper fatigue. I am using half a 10 mg daily. The benefits are very iffy. I am quitting for two months. If I find your video. I shall write about results.

[@dtang3288]

Thanks for sharing this video. Many of my questions are answered! As an aside, hope you can improve the acoustics of the room.

[@John-es7zn]

I've been on antorvistatin for over a year now 80mg at night I'm 46 and had to have a triple heart bypass just over a year ago. I haven't or I believe I haven't had any side effects apart from my sleep patterns unable to sleep till 2-3 am then getting up at 9am Thanks for your video, helpful information

[@aidaespaldon7516]

Thank so much doc.it helps me a lot coz i suffered body pain and stomach upset

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Appreciate your feedback.

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

Get off your statins and just take Red Rice Yeast instead. Research it. No risk of Alzheimer’s or dementia like statin drugs.

[@CynaG]

Thank you so much Doc I actually taking atorvastatin just a week ago and I have a plan to take it only for a month because I don't wanna take as maintenance and have plans to watch my diet and a proper exercise hope it'll work that way

[@annetteturner9296]

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[@Midknyghte]

Doctor wanted to put me on this stuff. I told him I was not going to take any medication without researching it, especially cholesterol meds. I have a feeling that my choice to say no may have saved my life.

[@DORCASBILOG]

Sharing your experiences and knowledge about Stats is very helpfull. Thank you so much.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Glad it was helpful!

[@redsail110]

I have taken Atorvastatin for many years, most recently taking 40mg every other day. The Rx was from my cardiologist. Recently I have noticed some memory problems. I reported the memory problems to my internist during a wellness exam. The internist speculated that the problems could be side effects of the Atorvastatin and recommended that I discontinue taking it for three weeks as a test. I did so, and by three weeks the memory problems seem to have disappeared. I reported this to my cardiologist and he has discontinued the Atorvastatin until next month to establish a new baseline of cholesterol without the drug and will go from there. For your information, My age is 82 years.

[@esjabear1168]

My experience was similar. Age 76; not diabetic. Symptoms: severe brain fog, and memory problems. I'd been taking Atorvastatin about 30 years. Suspecting the statin, on my own I discontinued it. The symptoms disappeared rapidly, and were mainly gone after 4 weeks. I informed my primary care doctor, who did not disagree with me.

[@gzmz1993]

My mom on artorv. For 30 years has brain fog. Muscle weakness memory loss head aches told her doctor, she sent her to Nuorologist. He only prescribed more meds. I said f-- this. I took her atorv. Away for 4 weeks. She feels like a kid again. No more head aches no more brain fog and has gained some of her memory. She is 82. Will have her cholesterol ck in another 6 weeks.

[@jimlogan3597]

I'm 70 and I've been on these tablets for 35 years. For the last few years I've been on 40 mg a day. I'd love to give them up but I'm worried about the effects of too much cholesterol which some people can't reduce with diet alone.

[@gzmz1993]

@@jimlogan3597 That’s my mom. After 6 weeks off of cholesterol meds hers was 280. She got scared and went back on them. I don’t know what to do. Doctors refuse to acknowledge it.

[@sharronpettis384]

Raw garlic for cholesterol

[@gwendolynlewis1789]

I was recently diagnosed as borderline with a higher than desired a1c score and I have taken Atorvastatin for several years. I will inquire about the potential for Atorvastatin to raise blood sugar levels. Thank you.

[@antheamadianos431]

ihad all this symptoms for 3 yrd complaining now they change to rusovastatin and i am much better even illusiation gone

[@antheamadianos431]

now al diets doesnot helpme i got high bood sugar in my blood

[@lilysmiles3195]

Atorvastatin did the same to me and if you research it you will see that Atorvastatin can do this. Drs do not like to admit it though they brush it off

[@YesToTech]

great video on atorvastatin side effects! Thanks for sharing!

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thanks for feedback.

[@valeriephillips8353]

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[@blancaarmendariz6640]

I’m 68 yrs old taking atorvastatin. I have liver cancer and spleen cancer! I sweat tremendously only on face back of head and neck! But only when I’m eating! Now I have an awful cough and get short of breath when walking! I’m also on chemotherapy!

[@eleuterioflorendo469]

This is very educational. Keep up the good work. There will be plenty who will benefit your lectures. I will be one of them.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Awesome, thank you!

[@louiecortino1124]

I have taken atorvastatin 40 mg. Now , I'm always feel stomach and muscle pain.

[@jazminjohnson627]

The same her I’m taking 20mg and still I have muscle pain every night I’m 70 years old and what I did cut it in half but still once in awhile I still fell the pain ..

[@genocanabicea5779]

What about alternative therapies or medications?

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

Red Rice Yeast will do a better job without the risk of dementia or Alzheimer’s.

[@woodloren2724]

It boils down to every body reacts differently ,but it's good to know side effects.

[@bridgetpickett3870]

I have been taking the drug for a month now and fingers crossed had no side effects yet! Hope it's continues

[@mohammednasim2195]

Thanks for the necessary information about Atrovastatine cholesterol control tablet & how to use it.

[@georgeburgess228]

I have refused to take any more stations due to muscle pain loss off strength and brain fog.

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

Good for you it is poison anyway. Try Red Rice Yeast it is natural and does a better job.

[@andyeahsowhat74]

@@lindanwfirefighter4973 Do you buy red rice yeast at the drug store? I was like a zombie on statins and took myself off of them. It made the Cardiologist mad but I will never take statins again! 2 brother-in-laws died while on statins. It’s a dangerous drug. But most docs won’t admit it.

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

@@andyeahsowhat74 Agreed it is extremely dangerous. No you don’t buy it in a pharmacy shops. Health food shop. I think GNc sells it on line. My husband had a stroke and first thing they did was put him on a statin. First thing I did was take him off it. One of the guys in the fire department told me about Red Rice Yeast so I got it instead and it lowered his cholesterol quickly with no side effects. The doctor was pissed to say the least! My old Fire Chief was put in a statin drugs and within a month it had ate both his hip joints out and he needed a double replacement. It is a terrible drug. Have you improved since coming of it?

[@barbaraanderson5437]

The only thing is increased farting! I accept that at 67 I get aches and pains,as my Dad said”everything hurts and what doesn’t hurt doesn’t work

[@thomasdonohue1833]

Another thing I'd like to add is statins also cause cataracts. I went to the opthalmologist two weeks ago and discovered I have cataracts in both eyes but they are too small for surgery. Cataracts have to be a certain size before insurance will pay for the surgery. I attribute these cataracts to the taking of atorvastatin. Hopefully getting off the poison my cataracts won't grow any bigger. I'm infuriated because I never wanted pills and only took them because my doctor insisted. These pills destroyed my quality of life. People of the world need to stand up and sue the drug companies and the doctors who push these poisonous pills.

[@dennisreed3382]

If you are over 50 you will start to see cataracts. Does have anything to do with what you take. It's a part of aging, your doctor should have told you that.

[@thomasdonohue1833]

@@dennisreed3382 statins most certainly cause cataracts as do many other meds

[@roypribble2233]

You would of had cataract sooner or later anyway. Cataract surgery isn't a big deal today. It's a 10 minute procedure, no pain whatsoever. 10 years ago it cost $400 per eye an nothing under Medicare. Infact, I didn't realize I needed cataract surgery. You'll know when it's time to have it done. It could be years down the road.

[@aladrasullivan9018]

It's also changed my vision!

[@genemaughan1046]

Yes, I have had Cataract removal in my right eye because of Statin use, same with my brother.

[@belalmohammad3705]

I have been taking the 40 mg tablet daily since 2006. I'm now 50 years old and I'm still taking it daily without any side effects. I do 30 minutes of treadmill daily and 50 situps without experiencing any muscle pain. I'm glad it works well for me and it helps keeping my cholesterol levels under control.

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Well done.

[@mahendrachaudhary7788]

I am also taking since 2005 and 62 yrs today.

[@veronicavargas5299]

thank you doc it happen to me thats why i stop takins i was suffer too much muscle pain i am 69 years old

[@vincentcarey9565]

Thank you so much for this enlightening talk I. Am now going to reduce my dose JVC

[@rolfazil1203]

THANK YOU FOR THE ADVICE OR KNOWLEDGE I GOT FROM YOU, IT MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR MY OLD AGE HOW TO BE AWARE OF GOID AND SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DRUGS IM USING ...

[@ThinkYourHealth]

Thank and I appreciate your feedback!

[@wendellpeters5083]

Three years ago March 28, 2018, I had a triple heart bypass. Two years and nine months later, I have six pills daily in my system, including atorvastatin. side effects, bruising, joint pains, excessive bleeding, depression and suicidal thought. I asked Jesus, did you not say your wounds have healed me, why then? So being me, I'm asking, seeking and knocking.. and I find myself of youtube. Eric Berg and Nadir are discussing reversing heart disease with nutrition. Long story short.. Since Christmas 2020, I'm off of my meds, and blood pressure and health are normal. Thank Dr Eric Berg, thank you Dr Nadir Ali, thank You Jesus Christ, amen :)

[@jakobmuire2355]

I totally stopped taking statins before it destroys me.

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

I’ve been on atorvastatin for about 20 years due to cholesterol being hereditary. Without it my numbers would skyrocket. I haven’t suffered any side effects that I can tell and I’d say it’s probably saved my life. I for one would swear by its use. Also, I’m NOT over weight and I exercise.

[@lindabatarilan5814]

I have been using this meds for quite sometime 10 15 years and as advised by my internist cardiologist i have achieved the desired loss of weight from 10 to 15kilos . Im now 77 years old by gods grace. Thank you so very much youtube for your highly informative topics. Be it in meds biblical stories music of yesteryears archaelogical discoveries and findings name it youve got it all. Again thank you for the privilege given me to express myself.

[@SunshineAndStarrs]

The final 10 seconds made me laugh! Thank you! You made a new subscriber out of me.

[@SunshineAndStarrs]

Damn, you haven’t posted new content in 4-years? Bummer. 😢