Atorvastatin | What All Patients Need to Know

Are you taking Atorvastatin? British-trained GP Dr Jaunbocus tells you all you need to know about your medication.
Atorvastatin works on the liver reducing the levels of cholesterol in your blood. Atorvastatin isn't suitable for everyone; we will discuss who should and who should not take Atorvastatin. Atorvastatin has side effects in some patients.
Dr Jaunbocus will discuss the side effects of Atorvastatin and how these side effects can affect you, and when you should notify your doctor or attend the hospital.
#Atorvastatin #Sideeffects #Patientinfo
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction to Atorvastatin
0:31 What is a Atorvastatin
0:59 How does Atorvastatin work?
1.05 Who should take Atorvastatin? Is Atorvastatin suitable for me?
1:40 Who might not be suitable for Atorvastatin? Who shouldn't take Atorvastatin?
2:33 How to take Atorvastatin. How Should I take my Atorvastatin?
2:54 I forgot to take my Atorvastatin. What should I do?
3:09 Follow-up tests/labs with Atorvastatin
3:27 What are the Side Effects of Atorvastatin
5:10 When you should STOP taking your Atorvastatin - Side Effects / Complications
6:15 Which medications interact with Atorvastatin?
7:24 Can I drink Alcohol with Atorvastatin?
7:41 Outro & Legal Disclaimer
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Patient Information videos produced by GMC registered/Certified Doctors.
Videos cover definitions, aetiology, symptoms, clinical features, management, prognosis and complications of various medical topics.
Our clinicians:
1. Dr A. Hart-Pinto MBChB (Hons) BSc (Hons) MRCS
2. Dr Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP
Our clinical information aims to adhere to the standards set by the NHS in their Standard for Creating Health Content guidance and that agreed upon by KZbin Health.
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Further Reading - Resources for Patients
NHS - Atorvastatin
www.nhs.uk/medicines/atorvast...
Patient.info
patient.info/medicine/atorvas...
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References
EMC - Atorvastatin
www.medicines.org.uk/emc/file...
BNF
bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/atorvas...
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Last Review: 5th Jan 2023
Next review date: 5th Jan 2026
Author: Dr Najeebah Jaunbocus
Internally peer-reviewed: Dr Andrew Hart Pinto 14th Oct 2020
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2. Dr Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP
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[@JHPMedicalUK]

Hi, thanks for watching. JHP Medical has NO AFFILIATION with drug manufacturers (AKA BIG PHARMA), and we NEVER will. Our only AIM is to educate patients about their medications. We do NOT recommend or endorse any medication discussed, nor can we provide individual medical advice. Instead, the information provided here is intended to assist patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@mandywhitton]

It’s keep me alive

[@andrewadam1576]

Hellow

[@AK-kb7zh]

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[@SukhwinderSingh-wv8rx]

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[@johnlawrence2757]

@@mandywhitton have you any evidence to support that?

[@rubinbrown8142]

The side effects weren't really understood until it was almost to late, I quit taking them, now I feel great again !!!

[@tseringsandup1013]

Do you think one can discontinue taking Atorvastatin? I started taking it a month ago and I’m now very careful about my diet. Any suggestions please.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

Atorvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. An alternative treatment is to adjust your diet. My doctor wanted me to start using atorvastatin. I refused. I adjusted my diet instead. My cholesterol level went from 214 to 118, and my triglyceride level went from 517 to 106. People don't need a statin drug if they are willing to change to a healthier diet.

[@robsancho3978]

I need to try that. I take 80 mg once a day for a few years already. I stress eat a lot. Ate a lot during depression.

[@dariusjankowski4842]

What kind of diet did you adopt?

[@toreckman8899]

Yup

[@jeffreyanderson2555]

I would like to comment as a pharmacist who has been taking atorvastatin for over 10 years. Ostensibly, diet and exercise should be the mainstay of the management of hyperlipidemia. However, when lifestyle changes are not successful then statins should be utilized and are highly effective and very safe in the vast majority of patients. I would encourage every patient managing this disorder to work closely with their health care provider, and if during the course of treatment one’s lipid profile improves dramatically then reducing the statin dosage should be considered. With stringent dietary restrictions and exercise and the ensuing weight loss, it may be possible to stop the medication. Kudos to the clinician making this video, especially her advice toward the end.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

@Jeffrey Anderson Okay, I will comment as a recently-retired nurse with 23 years work experience in healthcare. Most doctors don't talk about lifestyle changes. They just hand you a prescription and then politely tell you to get out of their office.

[@williamfaith8855]

Tore my muscles to pieces ,I ripped biceps left and right off my shoulders ,pulled muscles in my hands ,back, my knees went to the point I could barely walk ,I questioned my doctor on several occasions and complained ,she told me I was getting old, I did some research it was quite the contrary🥺Damage already done , I am recovering very slowly,Those things made me feel 100 years old , damage very Subtle be very careful

[@deborahrydman7615]

What strength were you on ? For how Long

[@janicesmith6891]

Amen 🙏 Listen 👂 too that little voice Jesus Christ! 🙌

[@williamfaith8855]

@@deborahrydman7615 two years I call it the rapid aging drug The doctors told me I was allergic to it now they want to try a different statin. I am very hesitant who is making these drugs for us anyway?

[@williamfaith8855]

@@janicesmith6891 that’s exactly how I discovered the problem every time I reached into my medical cabinet to take my medication I felt like I was doing something very very wrong. I believe my guardian angel was warning me.

[@williamfaith8855]

@@deborahrydman7615 I do not remember and I do not care. I would rather die feeling well then live another 10 years feeling like I’m 110 years old with multiple muscle t tears, and they warned us about cigarettes

[@snickersfine2615]

Thank you! I feel much better now taking my medication now that I’ve viewed your video explaining everything. Thank you!

[@howardshanley15]

Very well presented, fully explained. Just subscribed, and thank you for your well informed presentation!

[@John012196]

A few years ago I started atorvastatin for my cholesterol. I’m an active 55 year old. I exercise most days. I took a TRX class at the gym was was at the end of a busy week of mountain biking and several days of golf. After the class I was sore like never before. I could barely walk. I went urine at the end of the day and it was like coffee. I called the doctor and they had me go to the e/r. After blood work, I was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis. That is the dying of muscles and toxins are released into your blood. I ended up staying in the hospital for four days while they flushed my system with large volumes of saline. Although this is very rare, keep an eye out. If you’re active, stay hydrated. If you work out, don’t overdo it. Listen to your body.

[@tomgates316]

Contracted Rhabdo as well from Lipitor. In two days, went from feeling fine to couldn't hold my head up or walk 3 feet across the room. Was in the hospital for nearly a month and then 3 weeks at a temp care facility. Had urine like chocolate milk. Had to learn how to walk again and use leg muscles damaged by the Rhabdo. That was 9 years ago now - 2013. Require the use of a rolator walker (wheels and has seat) as I can only walk 75-100 yards at a time, then need to sit and rest legs for a minute. But I'm walking. Another family member was put on atorvastatin, their reaction to it was problems with their gums. Within 2 weeks of starting, noticed tooth pain. Could use fingers to actually move each tooth. All their teeth were moving as the gums stopped supporting the teeth. Dr took them off the med. Took about 4 months for gums and teeth to get back to normal. Figured if kept taking the med - for them anyway - would have lost all their teeth due to reactions of the gums to the med. Crestor was another branded statin. It was also noteworthy for causing rhabdo. It has since been taken off the market. In 2020 there were a couple of new meds in final testing to reduce LDL's and were not statin drugs, and so don't carry some of the possibilities of muscle damage.

[@John012196]

Wow! That’s scary. I was very lucky. Good luck to you sir.

[@williamgunnarsson]

Hey, John012196 ! Did your doctor say that the weakening of your muscles was an unusual side effect of Atorvastatin ? If that's the case, he lied to you, because it's a well-known fact that Atorvastatin ALWAYS weakens your muscles, more for some than others. I told my doctor that, since it weakens muscles, I wouldn't be taking it, because it could do damage to my heart. He said, "Yes, but not your heart.". How in the world could that be ? What a blatant lie ! My response to him was, since your heart is the hardest working muscle in your body, how could Atorvastatin not harm your heart, as well ? He brushed that off and insisted that I take it. I refused, and that's all there is to it. At 73, old age weakens me and I'm not willing to speed up that process. A doctor wants to keep his medical license, so he listens to what the AMA tells him to do. He will not deviate from it, regardless of what it actually does to his patients. According to a British research facility, no amount of exercise and going to the gym will ever restore your muscle strength, once your statin drug has done it's damage. IT IS PERMANENT !

[@LucidDreamer54321]

As you discovered, statin drugs are poison.

[@wayfarersoutdoors]

I got rhabdomyolysis from statins too. Such a horrible thing. Eight months after stopping I still have some pain in my hands but at least I can walk and swim again.

[@martinearl5913]

I refused statins because of the potentially dangerous side effects. I did some reading, changed my diet and now my cholesterol is normal.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thank you for sharing your experience. An informed decision is always best.

[@rosscourtney9913]

Share some proof like how high was it and family history and what you ate. Not all people are the same.

[@antonioalfaro5749]

She forgot about the research that shows it can and will enhance the chance of getting dementia, why is she not putting it out their?

[@elizabethavemega4385]

Mr Martin Earl Please Do you mind sharing Your change of Diet that Brought your Cholesterol back to normal with me. Thank you 🙏

[@ajdean9673]

@@elizabethavemega4385 me too ms elizabeth i chnge my diet , i eat apples brocolli salmon, avocados bananas , no more sweets, and fatty food, ,my cholestrol now is normal, n exercise too ,

[@robertranger05]

Sound. Concise and enlightening advice. Good base of knowledge to discuss effects with the doctor

[@BarbosaUral]

This is more info than I got from my GP. Good job...from USA

[@shaneluke346]

I am disabled ( SINCE BIRTH with SPINA BIFIDA/ HYDROCEPHALUS , I think I also take ASTORVASTATIN as well as other medication which I NEVER took while my MUM and Dad were still alive , infact the ONLY thing I took were something for a HEADACHE OR CONSTIPATION latter I have had since I was BORN .I also have FYBROMYALGA which HAS'NT ACTUALLY been MEDICALLY DIAGNOSED , it has been made WORSE since an Opperation I HAD to have for MY HYDROCEPHALUS back in 2013 . Now I have to use MY WHEELCHAIR 24/7 whereas only used it when needed . posting from NORTHOLT MIDDLESEX ENGLAND

[@patriciacolombini6567]

@@shaneluke346 god bless you. Sending healing energy to you.

[@marct9587]

My mom had been taking Crestor for years without problems, but then when Lipitor went generic the pharmacy switched her to atorvastatin and it was right before she went on a group trip to NYC. After she got there, her legs went stiff as a board and hurt very badly. She couldn't get around the city and had to have help. After she got back to Houston, I told her to stop the atrovastatin and get her doctor to put her back on the Crestor -- no more problems. This was maybe a decade ago and still no problems taking rosuvastatin every day.

[@joederocco9321]

thank you everyone for the comments .they really helped me alot cause my father takes this and i was unsure about it and needed some help so thanks again all

[@chrishanke9523]

I am on atorvastatin for several years now and I have had no side effects or issues with it. My cholesterol levels are very good and both my Cardiologist and my Endocrinologist are happy with the results thus far.

[@BradBrassman]

Me too.

[@raulrodriguez7476]

I use it also and have never had any problems and it does control my cholesterol.

[@openyoureyes3969]

Are you diabetic?

[@donwinston]

Side effects of statins is largely made up. People attribute normal every day aches and pains to the statin they are taking. Serious side effects like liver damage is extremely rare. Statins frigging work! If people should be taking them well BEFORE they develop significant plaque build up in their blood vessels heart attacks and ischemic strokes could be cut nearly in half.

[@openyoureyes3969]

@@donwinston How about if they just eat right and move their bodies?

[@BrokenHeart-ti8zb]

Really useful👍 it’s very clear and make Sense

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much this is very helpful and useful too. Please stay safe and well too

[@comfortaddy9169]

Thank you. This is what l was expecting to hear. Thank God that you came my way .

[@JeannetteMTroy]

Thank you. I am taking this medication and have some of the symptoms you spoke about. They are the less minor ones. Now I can talk to my doctor about this. Great info.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Amazing, glad this video has helped

[@mikebuckley8348]

I've had 20+ years of back trouble, muscle aches (including absolutely appalling leg cramps, agonising), various other issues including memory loss and weight gain. With the cooperation of my GP I've stopped taking Atorvastatin, and I've never felt better. I have high cholesterol (genetic) but frankly, my quality of life is considerably improved, and I'll not take Atorvastatin ever again.

[@bballen3097]

I had those terrible leg cramps so stopped the statin, but I found out from a KZbin video that 200 mg of coq10 almost always prevents the cramps. Occasionally I need an extra 100mg, but I was able to start taking the statin again without cramping.

[@johnlawrence2757]

@@bballen3097 why bother? Don’t you eat decent food? In any case the alarm bells have stopped ringing :- it’s no longer believed that cholesterol is responsible for CAD or other arterial disease. When I was taking this stuff I didn’t just have muscle pain I had an entirely weakened physiology. I stopped taking the damned things and two years later I was trekking in the Nepalese Himalayas

[@smerchly]

Twenty years ?? After 2 years I had enough of this terrible drug with so many side effects . I had a stent inserted into an artery 4 years ago ,then put on Lipador , then Crestor , then Pravastatin . I was losing sleep with body aches . I bought a softer mattress , still having aches and losing sleep . When I got my last subscription of 100 pills , they went down the toilet ! That was two years ago I eat better now , more vegs.,oatmeal , yoghurt , etc. I'm 80 now and I'll not chance those side effects again . I take Ramipril for high B.P. which hasn't caused any noticeable side effects , yet . Beware of pharma drugs !

[@DatGuy960]

​@@johnlawrence2757 and I started biking 26mi a day when I quit statins. Plus, I'm no longer diabetic which statins exacerbates.

[@bobmarshall3700]

B3 Niacin works better with almost no side effects once you get used to it!

[@ibiyemikomolafe6568]

Thanks for the information and knowledge very useful. God bless

[@cherriehallman5248]

Thank you so much for the video. I do take Atorvastatin and found your information very useful.

[@hariomtatsat8677]

Eminently listenable talk ,without any unnecessary boring distractions. Thank you madam for this lucid and informative piece of talk.

[@Jackel7]

After a stroke was prescribed atorvastin 40mg, have had headaches,tiredness,itching,nausea and poor sleep patterns.Ive ditched them and currently being reviewed for a suitable replacement.

[@sheilaperry2071]

Thank you! Very good information! I'm taking this medication! Recently prescribed, doing my research! Thanks again!

[@christopherbrian8638]

Hello Sheila, how are you

[@katyblan6156]

Thank you for this very thorough breakdown of this medication. Very helpful!!

[@hazelynking-williams1425]

I am on it and I notice coughing and muscle ache and stiffness in my joints. I will be talking to my doctor. Didn't know it was Lipitor.

[@fezzman1]

Excellent presentation and very helpful

[@megapangolin1093]

Very useful, helpful informative video. The link with alcohol consumption is not appreciated by anyone I know. It should be highlighted in GP discussions with patients.

[@MsPea]

At 68, I developed a small pain in my chest that seemed to come and go. I ignored it for about a week until a friend insisted I have it checked. Went to the ER and my troponin (protein in the blood released when heart is damaged) was high, indicating I was having a "cardiac incident." I actually had a heart attack in the ER and then had a quintuple bypass. I'm now on Atorvastatin and blood pressure medication. I escaped death once, I will not risk it again. I intend to take my pills forever, under the direction of my doctor. I feel fine. I have no problem with any of the pills I'm on. I believe they are protecting my life, along with my healthy diet and exercise.

[@stephenbrooklyn7945]

@@waitwhat9412 wont be longer on that fucking poison big pharma kill with meds over and fucking over all for profit these are the daft cunts that threw millions of dollars lobbying goverment in usa to keep cannabis illegal natures meds opium but only ever have 1 to 2 days with it for pain meds and cbd

[@melissaoppen4149]

I had exactly the same thing happen to me this past year my Troponin was high and I had a heart attack in the ER. But I was very lucky I didn't have any blockages but I have to take alott of meds now I have heart damage my heart doctor put me on Astrovastin too

[@melissaoppen4149]

They mentioned that the same thing happened to people after the vaccine and it happened rite after my second shot of Moderna

[@onemercilessming1342]

@@ASMandya Stress can cause a heart attack, among other issues.

[@LucidDreamer54321]

My doctor wanted me to start using atorvastatin. I refused. I adjusted my diet instead. My cholesterol level went from 214 to 118, and my triglyceride level went from 517 to 106. I will never use a medication for something I can control by other methods.

[@ronbatt756]

EXCELLENT explanation and delivery. Ty Canada 🇨🇦

[@annettepilgrim9626]

Thank you. Good information. i have been taking Atorvastatin for about 2 years. Thank God, no side effects and my cholesterol is very good

[@mary047photoblue]

Thank You for uploading this video,And thank you for ensuring it was subtitled for ythose of us who live in the silent world,Mary

[@jeannetteenriquez7731]

thanks a lot for sharing. I did experience the common side effects upon taking the medicine so my cardiologist changed my medicine to Zyrova/Rosuvastatin

[@createone100]

Excellent, clear, thorough, and well-delivered.

[@repentoryouwilllikewiseper8741]

Repent to Jesus Christ “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4:7‬ ‭NIV‬‬ h

[@ukhood1]

Dr Jaunbocus...un nom assez commun... accent Mauricien la top....net...merci pou ou conseil

[@julietamabao6156]

thank you so much Doc..i like your explanation. GOD BLESS!

[@stelladina2437]

Thanks for posting this wonderful video. 🙏🏼👍

[@gypsydavy708]

It's works for me. In fact I forget most days to take it. Last check my levels were fine.

[@001vgupta]

Informative, effectively explained in a systemic manner and in a pleasing manner. Thanks Doctor. Short term memory loss is very common and very clear side effect.

[@mikethebike7372]

Huh? Oh.

[@louiseskip3488]

Oh no I was put on this drug after small stroke, now I'm more confused over my memory loss.

[@denisf.1744]

Thank you for this video as it can be very helpful to many with the pertinent information

[@scotn9226]

Thank you doctor. I was prescribed statins a month ago and luckily seem not to be experiencing any of the listed side effects. I have enjoyed your presentation. Please continue your excellent work.

[@Kevin_Barr]

When I started taking Atorvastatin in 2019 I returned several time to my doctor for a cough. I specifically asked about this medication and was told it’s nothing. After almost 4 years I’ve been diagnosed with ILD. Don’t wait if you have any symptoms it is life or death.

[@TheJoyQueenForever]

@Kevin_Barr may i ask what is ILD? ❤

[@kevinbarr2480]

@@TheJoyQueenForever interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis

[@coldlakealta4043]

Excellent presentation. Clear, concise and confident. I have been on Atorvastatin for many years and was sadly undereducated on its properties.

[@bobmarshall3700]

B3 Niacin works better with almost no side effects once you get used to it!

[@connievohsen6546]

My friend developed a numbness in her hand and was told it could be a side effect from Atorvastatin. I was surprised to hear this information.

[@baitguru9197]

I had issues with Atorvastatin, and at the age of 51, after more than 6 months of taking it, I had pain in my back, and shoulders joints (when lifting my arms, like an impingement (I couldn't even do pushups without severe pain). I had visits with several doctors, including Orthopedics surgeon. An X-RAY, and MRI didn't reveal much, except a "possible" Rotator cuff damage. Not enough for surgery and they had me attend physical therapy. Several weeks of Therapy didn't help relieve the pain, and then my knees started giving me pain (I felt like I had aged 20 years in the past 3 months), and the pain was preventing me from enjoy my long walks, bikes, and light jogging. I checked with my pharmacist, asking them if one, or a combination of the medications I had been prescribed could be causing this. They indicated it is common for patients to have issues with Atrovastastin, or another statin, and recommended having my doctor switch to another statin. For months I stopped taking Atorvastatin, and within 4 days all my pain stopped. However, my next doctor visit my physician indicated that my cholesterol was elevated compared to previous tests (not high in comparison with the normal population, but I have another medical condition where it is recommended that mine be lower to prevent kidney complications). After I informed them of the issue, they prescribed Rosuvastatin and I continued to not have any join pain. However, I can't help but wonder if these statins are preventing me from getting a good night sleep?

[@anthonyburton8023]

I was prescribed atorvastatin Irbersartan with no consideration of family history of diabetes after a mild stroke. while on these statins I experienced depression cramps that had me screaming in pain and sickness felt unable to do anything and head fog bad for months It’s POISON steer clear of it change your lifestyle Get off the grogs and smoking go walking and lose weight and stop stress, eat well. After forgetting to take it for several days I suddenly felt much better and haven’t taken it since lost weight and got off the beer. Eat beetroot and other things with like citrus fruits to lower blood pressure I am feeling great. Doctors do what they are told by big pharmaceutical corporations or face being sued. They are not acting in your best interest it’s all about your money.

[@georgethepatriot2785]

Brilliant its been a long wait for a decent video that was clear about Statins . Well done JHP I feel a lot happier now

[@madhukannang3066]

Will take this medication with dedication. Thanks a lot Dr .

[@grantlawrence611]

Wow I was never aware of this. I had a Hemorrhagic stroke plus low thyroid with low kidney function and I was put on atorstatin and not taken off even though my cholesterol and triglycerides low. My blood sugar went up near pre diabetes but was not told that the blood sugar could be worsened by the statin.

[@d.matthews3103]

My mother has been taking a statin medication for decades. She’s now 96 & 1/2. I’ve never known anyone else who has taken as many prescription drugs as my mom has. I’m now on Atorvastatin & I’m fine. Sometimes, one has little choice. Both my parents & my older sibling have high cholesterol so it seems to run in my family. 🇨🇦

[@revenge4468]

I've been on it for 3 yrs. I had a Stent put in my left ventricular because of a 95% blockage and a mild heart attack.

[@richhauxwell7848]

Bingo, genetics is everything Which is exactly why some people should not procreate

[@bobmarshall3700]

B3 Niacin works better with almost no side effects once you get used to it!

[@Bolshevik337]

Well done, most informative. Thank you. 😊

[@rebeccaflagler2629]

You are the best at explaining this drug . I have a lot it would affect. Thank you .

[@user-uq9fh5gj4e]

Wow. Now I know why I have the problems I have been enduring for years. Thankyou for this info.

[@hlwatson123]

Thank you! You made it so easy to understand. Beautiful, informative video!

[@bodieb.1239]

Very good job of explaining and I've been on this for maybe 20 years but only 5 MG as anything larger gives me great pain in my joints. I'd like to also say not only is your explanation concise and easy to follow and understand but you are extremely pretty woman with a strong intellect. Thanks you ! Sincerely

[@yemiadegbite7458]

Thank you for the information, God bless you

[@wiseguyst]

I have been on it 10mg for the past 22 years. No problems. Cholesterol under control. Have to do a liver function test every 6 months. So far everything is normal.

[@keithhylton4631]

I’m on 40mg

[@loftylad2741]

I'm on 80mg

[@CarlosTorres-ow9qr]

If your Colesterol is under control why are you taking meds .

[@kylieadkins3108]

@@CarlosTorres-ow9qr If you stop taking the meds your cholesterol can go back up.

[@silenusut]

Wow. Been taking for about 4 years along with Diabetes Meds… some of the side-effects r ringing bells.. thanks, & subbed.

[@DanygenieHair]

Nattokinase. Look it up

[@devonedwards5819]

I'm so grateful for this information. I am not taking them anymore it's better to be safe than sorry. I reciprocate the info very much thx & thx again

[@gophercatcher9451]

Thank you I will stop taking tomorrow and call my doctor. I’m on dialysis and as of late my hemoglobin is 11.2 I have more energy so this is good but have plenty of lack of energy, joint pain and I’ve been waking up in the middle of the night far too often.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thank you for watching. Excellent speak with your doctor.

[@andymedina3358]

I've been taking this medicine since 2013, so far so good got no problem

[@1packatak]

I have been on it since 2005. No side effects.

[@javeedtech]

@@1packatak what about nerve weakness

[@tonifoster1835]

Memory loss and it brings on Dementia, I went off when I did my research from Menopause Dr Taylor

[@edwindelacruz7357]

Thank you very much for the information.Aturvastatin is one of my maintainance medicine and everything is normal.

[@wilmamarabulas2219]

Actually iam comfortable taking this Altorvastatin for 2 months now and thank you for additional INFORMATION,,,,,GOD BLESS,,

[@normamauleon3117]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE INFO🌻

[@audreyhutt8501]

So much more information than my GP gave me

[@najeebahhart-pinto1033]

Great production guys. Video turned out great! The first of many

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thanks

[@onedayatatime8756]

Where are they then? The notice i just read said that there's no content on this channel. Not even this video is listed. There's nothing there at all.

[@jeniferallan6693]

Thank you. I had a letter from my doctor suggesting I should take this because I have chronic kidney disease.

[@raycope2086]

Very informative video, folks, and wonderfully provided timestamps, which I've not seen before by any other medical information videos. I was put on statins for several years, until I refused to take them anymore because the pain in my upper arm muscles was so acute that I couldn't stand it anymore. I mentioned it to several of the GPs at my practice, but was more or less ignored, until I stopped accepting them when offered. Even now, my muscles still hurt, some years after I stopped taking statins.

[@theverseshed]

Agree about the timestamps. Very clear and well-presented set of well-organised topics.

[@alexandertelehin3425]

Thank you very much Doctor Jaunbocus; the side effects you have listed on taking Atorvastatin are an eye opener for me. My goodness, I have a large number of those side effects. I must do something about my problems. Regards Alex from Australia.

[@lenegracedesign6052]

Thank you! I stopped taking the drug because I was unable to walk or move my arm. I could tell it was working on my kidneys which was dangerous for me because I had a severe case of Covid. My Dr told me that it wasn’t the drug. Thank God that I know my body!

[@clairerobinson7658]

Thank you for this excellent discussion. I’ve learned so much about this medicine.

[@victoriagarcia2512]

Thank you Doc I appreciate your explanation Thank you

[@tiocfaidh28]

I used to take Atorvastatin. My GP decided (as a type 1 diabetic on insulin) that I should take it without discussing the medication, side affects etc. My cholesterol has always been good. I stopped the statin without discussing. A few years later I had a regular blood test. The cholesterol was as good as ever! The nurse stated that was due to Atorvastatin. I said nothing but thought how funny that despite not taking the statin my cholesterol level is as good as ever.

[@cindylandry7856]

Lipitor made my husband a whole different person at 40 mg. I was ready to have him checked for dementia. Finally they are doing studies regarding it affecting one’s personalities.

[@maureenkuebler6285]

It made me manic and i lost ability to concentrate. I had a dinner when my behavior was bizarre and worried my family. The only new medicine was atorvastatin

[@donwinston]

nonsense.

[@rickomatic2012]

I experienced a trans global amnesia event. Total loss of short term memory for about 12 hours. After some research, I stumbled onto a website from a former NASA flight surgeon who had similar statin side effects. He mentioned the fact that statins reduce the bodies levels of CoQ10. I would also frequently get "foggy" brain. Hard to concentrate and forgetting simple things like passwords that I usually entered automatically. As soon as I started taking CoQ10 supplements, the foggy brain disappeared. Also never had a relapse of the amnesia.

[@birdenthusiast2095]

My husband experienced brain fog. He went off and it did clear up.

[@lorenmalfitano608]

@@birdenthusiast2095how long was it before symptoms went away when you stopped medication? Was it stopping all at once or did he ween off?

[@auntiel.6238]

Hello from the US, I thoroughly appreciate your video it was concise easy to understand, it was informative categorically it was extremely helpful to me and I am thoroughly grateful thank you so very much Dr.

[@denzilpeters6473]

This lady presentor has such a sweet, calmong voice. I want her to read out my prescriptions. 😁

[@srinathakshathpowersystem8607]

Nice Presentation and quite informative. Low Volume , could have been little bit high.

[@radunisipeanu232]

I've been taking Atorvastatin for more than 20 years and NO side effect yet. I guess I will stay on it for another 20 years. Don't forget to take also COQ 10 at the same time.

[@thepatriot3209]

My father died of a heart attack at the age of 47, following long untreated cardiovascular disease. A few weeks ago, one of my brothers died at the age of 48, in very similar conditions. My brother refused statins following advice on the Internet from people who think they know better. When I was 27, I found out that my blood cholesterol is 380. Knowing the fate of my father, I warned my brothers. This one could not be convinced. Like my father, he got progressively sick. Almost all main arteries were obturated by more than 60%, so much so that he was deemed inoperable. For example, one of the two carotid arteries was fully blocked (!!!) and the other was 50% obturated. He became mentally sluggish, and it amazes me he managed to live for 4 more years. The left femoral artery was also fully blocked, but the leg managed to survive with the blood it was getting by diffusion. He could barely walk. I started statin treatment when I was 27. When I moved to Boston and NYC, the doctors at Mass General and Weill-Cornell scoffed at the low dose I was on. They increased it to 40 mg Atorvastatin. A recent abdominal CAT scan done for unrelated reasons showed minimal atherosclerosis of the abdominal artery (I am 50). Reading the report, I was thinking that my younger brother had it over 60% blocked. The difference? Statins. Do they have side effects? Yes, for me, mainly constipation. But until better medication is discovered, it is what it is. My brother was not an idiot. Out of curiosity, I looked at the people he was following on Facebook and KZbin. The last opened KZbin page on his computer, was for a Dr. Campbell who "convinced" him not to get vaccinated against Covid19, against the wishes of his doctors. (He died of a massive heart attack, not Covid.) My impression is that these people are not ill-intended, just not competent enough. I have a PhD in chemical physics, and I understand the science pretty well. Make sure the person you talk to is competent. Don't think you can just simply understand what is going on. It is impossible to learn enough chemistry and medicine to take sound decisions. Good luck!

[@berangkatmega5923]

I am 52 and taking this medicine (20mg) for almost 10 yrs. So, any advice?

[@thepatriot3209]

It is atherosclerosis that is problematic, and it is high LDL-C that is the main cause of atherosclerosis in time. I think you should strive to decrease your LDL below 80 mg/dL or so. My experience with my family is that low LDL is the single most important factor controlling atherosclerosis. The other factors (exercise, not smoking, controlling weight) are of lesser impact and, honestly, more difficult to attain than taking statins. If you have hard-to-tolerate side effects, try other statins. If you are fine taking them, and your LDL is still too high, increase the dose to 40 mg (that's what I've been taking for over 20 years) or take 20 mg of rosuvastatin. Of course, your doctor needs to approve this. My knowledge is limited to my experience with my family.

[@danielahoti4109]

Thank you.for this excellent comment. Personal experience and education contribute to understanding how our body works.it can not only safe your life but help others. After reading this I shall definitely keep taking Atorvastatin 40 mg.I had been taking statine for almost 20 years although I have muscle pain a lot ( 72years old) Stay safe and healthy,♥️ from Germany 🇩🇪

[@robzizou5]

No jab for me. Still a "pureblood" you could say..🤣🤣

[@deannajan25]

Did you ever think that your father or brother should look into why their body has raised their cholesterol levels. YOu do know that the entire cholesterol-causes-heart disease theory has been debunked over and over. The statins have saved no one's life. Did their doctor instead tell them to stop using seed oil, stop eating sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and processed food? That is the place to start. A real doctor would have this discussion. Taking a statin would not have saved their lives. Giving up seed oils and margarines might have. There is no '"vaccine" against covid. Any one who declines this is very wise indeed.

[@STZNCCTX]

Thanks for the information, and what a beautiful lady!!!

[@ajimolsworld7017]

Hi doctor iam ur nee subscriber. Your videos are very informative and helpful for lots of people.

[@christopherbrian8638]

Hi 😊, how are you

[@alicedevasia5735]

Thanks.It is very informative I am from.India ,taking this since 8years. Now my cholesterol is so low (150) should I continue?Now I am getting tiredness pl reply. .

[@blueberrycatzvlog7279]

So helpful thank you x

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Your welcome. More to come xx

[@mkawan5790]

Thanks for giving useful awareness towards better health.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

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[@michaellawlor1267]

Great presentation. What a pity that the volume level is so low.

[@tajahmed7899]

Excellent presentation, very well explained. God bless the doctor.

[@paradisekills7624]

super helpful and very informative !

[@RobertSantos-rw8dy]

Appreciate your in-service....cheers mates

[@edkolly7147]

Yes I had wreaking muscle and joint pain all through my body and no energy and possibly more depression!

[@aramisvalconte]

Very informative and very well explained.

[@tonyabarah8256]

I've learnt a lot from your explanations. Excellent presentation. Remain blessed

[@dhiranprajapati647]

Very interesting and informative video.

[@rjmprod]

You were very informative…thank you..

[@theodorerzepski8491]

Thank you, excellent information.

[@elainegroves6882]

I have been on it for years and now I am having most of the symptoms

[@paeruable]

Hi what are the symptoms? I've been on it for a number of years now. I'm getting pain cramps on top of my feet. Thinking it's due to arthritis but may not be so

[@fatimahussain4208]

Very useful exercise. Thank u so much.

[@joycebaron672]

Have took them for years with no problems, I have a regular blood test to check on my liver.

[@BrokenHeart-ti8zb]

Will you be able to provide in detail about “Termin” and its side effects. Can a heart patient use this while doing workout.

[@videomaniac108]

I was in my mid 60s when I was prescribed Atorvastatin 40 mg/day for an elevated cholesterol level. My blood test revealed only the elevated cholesterol and a vitamin D deficiency as possible problems. I was asymptomatic, having no apparent medical problems. After about 3 months on the drug I noticed back itching, skin problems, numbness in my toes in both feet, severe and painful cramping of my calf muscles in both legs and an odorous urine. A subsequent blood test revealed that I was in stage 2 renal failure. I immediately stopped the Atorvastatin and adopted changes in my diet to lower my cholesterol. The results have been a partial remission in my symptoms. I haven't had a follow-up blood test to determine the current level of my kidney impairment, although I have limited my salt and protein intake and that seems to be doing well for me.

[@dsmohal]

Hello Jim, Thank you for sharing your symptoms. I got similar side effects as yours. Today I noticed blood in urine, itching and hives on the body, although I had calves cramps in the past, it has gotten a lot worse after I started this med. I am stopping today. Thank you again for sharing.

[@Lady.Tijuri]

omg...I've been taking this for a while. During tht time, I've had & currently hv many of the side effects (normal & rare) this is crazy, Thk u for sharing.

[@coralopez8546]

Great singers. Their voices are so powerful.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Who?

[@ahponcars6414]

Amazing 👏. Really great for my mum.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

So happy this helped ☺ Much love JHP MEDICAL

[@syedmakbulhussain5181]

Thank you so much it’s amazing

[@mechanicman8687]

I’ve never considered. Need to find out

[@talisikid1618]

Like the good doctor says, most people take this medicine for much of their lives with no problems.

[@martingolding4951]

I've been taking these tablets now for 21yrs and not had any problems with them

[@119jle]

I’m one

[@llm4187]

I have been on it, for 6 years. No side effects.

[@C02045]

“Most” is a big claim that should be supported by evidence before trusting.