How to take ATORVASTATIN (Lipitor) | Doctor explains dose, side effects and more.

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains key facts you need to know about Atorvastatin (also known as Lipitor) - a cholesterol lowering drug called a 'statin'.
In the video we cover:
1. What atorvastatin is and why you might take it
2. Common strengths of tablets
3. How and when to take it and what to do if if you forget to take it, or if you take too much by
accident
4. Common and important side effects to be aware of
5. What you need to know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
6. And finally some commonly asked questions
Basic information:
It belongs to a group of medicines called ‘statins’ and it’s usually used to lower cholesterol if you have been diagnosed with high blood cholesterol and to prevent heart disease, including heart
attacks and strokes.
Your doctor may also prescribe atorvastatin if you have a family history of heart disease, or a long-
term health condition such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.
Further information via NHS website:
www.nhs.uk/med...
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[@andrewmcwatt7025]

I know a couple of people who have been given statins and had serious side effects. My sister was one, she ended up walking with a stick because her legs kept giving way. Her doctor said it was nothing to do with the statins he had recently prescribed. Strange that, when she stopped taking the statins the symptoms stopped. Too many doctors are educated by drugs companies.

[@mmdoz711]

That's funny u say this because my leg started givi ng way after I started taking this statin med. I think I am gonna stop taking this stuff .too dangerous.ty, for warning

[@colinwishbone4437]

Agreed, statins are dangerous taken long term,

[@desgilroy1357]

Been taking them since suffering a stroke 7 yrs ago. I've only had mild muscle discomfort.

[@JSustain]

Two of my co-workers were on statins. Both are in there 60's. Both complained of muscle pain and weakness, headaches. One said he had "brain fog." One quite taking it on his own, the other was able to control his side cholesterol levels with diet and exercise. Needless to say, once both stopped taking the statins, the problems they had went away.

[@lilysmiles3195]

@@desgilroy1357Watch your blood sugars Statins can make them rise for some people

[@mikegoff7506]

I found my best results after dumping it in the trash and staying off statins

[@MrBigShotFancyPants]

Ya. Everyone feels better w/o them until the myocardial infarction or stroke.

[@StevenBanks123]

mrbigshotfancypants has a very good point: Statistics show that people with heart problems and/or family histories of same benefit tremendously, even with some unpleasant side effects. However, I stopped taking statins and am so glad I did. People not in that situation are shown to benefit very slightly, but still have to deal with those unpleasant side effects. As to the “very slightly“ claim on my part, statistics that counter what I just said cite relative percentage results, not absolute percentage. Research the difference between the two.

[@myrescuecats3028]

I agree1000%👍👍👍 Who ever created such a dangerous med should be locked up for all the misery he has created.

[@myown2727]

Not everyone has a stroke, there have been studies recently done, many many on statins do not need them.​@@MrBigShotFancyPants

[@videomaniac108]

I was prescribed 40 mg/day of Atorvastatin to treat an elevated cholesterol level. I was asymptomatic at the time and the blood test showed only the elevated cholesterol and a vitamin D deficiency as things out of the ordinary. After about 3 months I started having severe and painful cramps in the calves of both legs with odorous urine that foamed significantly. A subsequent blood test revealed that I was in stage 2 renal failure, to my utter shock. There was no change to my diet or lifestyle during this period, so I could attribute this change in my kidney function to no other cause than the medication I was taking. I immediately stopped the drug and adopted a low saturated fat diet with adequate fiber intake and limited protein and salt. The symptoms did lessen and I am feeling better, but I never went back to the doctor, at the VA clinic, and decided to not pump myself full of drugs and play Russian Roulette with my health. I'm also getting more cardiovascular exercise, which is also helping things out.

[@DG-nb6fe]

Thats a high dose. 10mgs day is plenty. Statins pack the best punch in their lowest prescribed dosages. 5mgs Crestor, 10mgs Lipitor etc.

[@beehoney5855]

At times we can't rely fully on doctors

[@Catlady52000]

Starting with 40 mg is nuts, find a new doctor….and I don’t mean you are nuts lol

[@kimla226]

Thank you for sharing these experiences of taking statin....we all in the same 🚢 boat now a day 😮all the doctor train as robots

[@kimla226]

Even the main. Stream doctor is worst....we are no longer can trust the main stream doctors

[@randyterpstra5928]

i suffered a brain hemorrhage many years ago & the muscle aches side effect of this made my affected foot & toes cramp up so badly i couldn't walk & had to have my doctor find an alternative

[@merlyngilbert2910]

Thank you. Your teaching was very clear, simple and informative. ❤

[@DrODonovan]

Glad it was helpful!

[@utoob7361]

The best way to take any statin is to stand by your sink with a glass of water. Throw the pill in the drain and wash it down with the water.

[@jeffj318]

OMG 😱

[@sonnypedroza9113]

Dam crazy i just got pubscribred that I forget to take it at times now hearing u guys talk bout it makes me not want to take it at all hope exercise and a diet will not have to take these pills then

[@dakg8034]

Approximately four years ago I was prescribed Atorvastatin (20mg) by a cardiologist. I took one tablet every night for those years. Fast-forward to three months ago. A nephrologist ordered some blood works on my kidney functions. After she got the results, she called and ask if I was still taking the Statin drug, and that I should stop taking them immediately because the test results showed a breakdown in my muscle cells. SMH.

[@saymed1961]

Watery eyes,back pain , atorvs... Oil base,,create muscle pain, feeling toe pain , difficulty to getting up, dementia bed, broken hips, also sleep disturbance, when i stop for 3 days i feel better.

[@johnwatts9932]

Really.. Thats not nice.. Not long been on statins.. Been getting watery eyes.. Headaches... Dizziness.. And now shoulder pains..on 20mg...ive cut it in half.. And it's still giving me pains..... It's not a nice drug..

[@fredhohbergerjr4685]

Me to

[@georgeking2369]

@@johnwatts9932 don't take it

[@raulnicolaueffgen5556]

Muscles aches

[@perrmyint3098]

I take it I have body pain, muscle pain, headache,

[@magpie1492]

Bloody awful lower leg pains. Calf muscles so sore, after 3 weeks of starting this statin. This severely affected my walking. Immediately stopped taking the medication, 4 weeks on, I have some improvement but it's still there. GP has now prescribed pravastatin. I am assured that it has less side affects.🤞

[@anntaylor4247]

My GP prescribed me this but as you have mentioned lung problems, I'm concerned because I have bronchiectasis and COP. 😮 Obviously, I will have to speak to my GP.

[@mikeweber9766]

After bypass surgery over a decade ago I was started on this. I have to say I seemed to handle it well and had no sudden side effects. However I’ve been reading and hearing that long term use can lower male testosterone, something i believe has affected me the last few years and seems to have gotten much worse lately. My cholesterol is well controlled and in fact has trended lower over the last five years. Guess it’s time to talk to my GP and the cardiologist’s nurse I see yearly.

[@majellamcdonald5919]

I take 10mg atorvastatin daily, due to high cholesterol and family history. Blood tests show raised triglycerides and raised liver function test results. Doctor took me off the statin for a short while and retested the bloods. Triglycerides and liver function test came back normal while off the statin. I asked my doctor if I could stop taking it and he said no, I had to stay on it.

[@adams481]

Get a second opinion

[@Old8604]

He can advise u he can’t force u to take it , weigh up the pros and cons it’s ur life

[@georgeking2369]

​@@Old8604well said your body doctor's are not always right i have been on statins for years well the doctor thinks never taken the yet all my blood tests are perfect haven't got the heart to tell him i have never taken them

[@CosmicLion777]

@@majellamcdonald5919 for triglycerides, take fish oil.

[@lindawalker5367]

You don't have to take it

[@BabsOlowo]

What about taking it first thing in the morning before eating?

[@rajasooriyarvelauthan2668]

My muscles and tendons are badly affect ed. Also a bit memory loss.

[@maryfarrugia3164]

You're very clear and to the point! Thank you for the advice because I take 20 mg Atorvastatin daily. It worked for me.

[@snodgee]

I’ve been on them for about 10 years and had blood tests every year and no problems

[@ashleyupshall7641]

Same here no problems.

[@hemtet5500]

I was taking this for four months and then decided I’d rather be dead than keep taking them so a week ago I stopped and have generally felt really good.

[@Peterthepainter66]

Millions take them with no ill effects included me.

[@francisdiani6319]

I was advised to take statins and persevered for two years finally after no night sleep because of pain I gave them up them up and guess what I now sleep like a baby

[@carole5951]

So informative thank you. So confused, told to take by pharmacy but side effects really worry me, already have muscle pain. Would be great to speak to a doctor. Great information thank you🐞

[@tomthumb5445]

Any doctor still pushing statins or thinks cholesterol is a danger should have their license pulled.

[@DrODonovan]

This video is not about pushing statins. It is about providing a clear, unbiased resource for the thousands of people who take them. I am not sponsored, paid for or influenced by big Pharma. Statins have a role in responsible medical management for many people. Whilst there will be cases of unnecessary prescription for many people they are a helpful medication depending on their cardiovascular risk profile.

[@gasebchaku8245]

Why?

[@colin5777]

Was told years ago about the side effects,I can now vouch that they were facts in my case. Muscle ache the worst for me. Going to see how I go over the next few months, was only on 10mg but not happy.

[@mariselamonterroza6882]

Sounds very scary, my husbund was taking it but he stopped after 2 weeks because he was having a lots of muscular pain,blurred vision and feeling very tired.

[@littlechestnutorchard]

Exactly what has happenede to me, After using only (first10mg Atorvastatin than simvastatin) a day I literaturley crippled, I could not get up from from a chair or get out of the car without asking for an assistance. Now stopped using it and gradually getting my health back. If you dont mind asking if your husband taking any other non statin medication at the moment?

[@sankaa77]

I am taking crestor( 20mg for last 1 year continuously I feel muscle loss and blur eye My doctor said must take continuously after take this tablet my cholesterol level improved .Initially my cholesterol too high

[@DG-nb6fe]

@@sankaa77 5mgs Crestor day is plenty.

[@sankaa77]

@@DG-nb6fe I consult again with doctor Thank you

[@DrODonovan]

Hope he's ok.

[@davidmolloy126]

Really informative video Doctor, I've subscribed. I really appreciate that you're a Doctor practicing in the UK. Thanks very much.

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks and welcome

[@viviennemeli]

Thank you.Very useful information.

[@sameehmastor2885]

Thank you very much my DR You add to me interesting information ❤❤

[@DrODonovan]

No problem !

[@connoroleary591]

I have recently been prescribed statins by my doctor. I really want to take them, but there seems to be so much negativity directed at them and so many people claiming enormous side effects that i am rather scared of taking them.

[@psychowyhte5613]

Same here. Picked up prescription over a week ago but still haven't started taking them out of fear of the problems they might cause.

[@connoroleary591]

@@psychowyhte5613 I was given 20mg tablets, I break them in two, very easily, so I take 10mg each night. So far no side effects whatsoever. At the end of the month, I will take the full 20mg tablet. Good luck!

[@dianebeckett7494]

I'm 66 years old and work at a physical job for 20 hours a week ..walk 5 miles a day..eat simply but healthy and never had any health problems ..but I've inherited familial high cholesterol and my doctor recommends I take 20 milligrammes of Atorvastatin..my cholesterol currently is 4.2 ...I don't mind admitting I'm terrified to start taking them purely because of the side effects...my health is excellent..blood pressure optimum and I just don't want to rock the boat so those statins are languishing in my medicine cabinet..it's a dilemma for sure .

[@WendyPipe-f8r]

Your cholesterol is not high, Doctors want it to be lower . If you start taking it your doctor will say you can't stop taking it forever. Your health will suffer, I was put on it years ago and my cholesterol is 4 . It's all about the $$$ Your body needs cholesterol. 😊

[@dianebeckett7494]

@@WendyPipe-f8r thank you I've decided not to take them 🙋🏻👍

[@MrBobthebird]

Hi, Can it cause Heart Burn when I lie down I tend to get it? Offen in the middle of the night. I drink a lot of healthy fruit drinks with no added sugar. Thanks for your help. Brilliant Vidio.Not grapefruit.

[@teddygant-qp5px]

They make meds for heartburn,take a prilosec a day and u will never have heartburn

[@fbksfrank4]

Given because I'm 8.5 risk threshold 7.5, probably stop taking it as I'm not sick, just elevated.

[@MorineBarnes]

Congratulations on your "Doctor Explains How To Take ATORVASTATIN (Lipitors) + Doses, Side Effects" inspirational thanks for sharing. 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️🍎🍏💖

[@yaraviera4444]

I rather walked exercise. Change eating habits

[@michaelmorris9546]

Wondering why you didn't mention the connection between statins and dementia in older patients, as well as the fact that statins increase blood glucose levels which would be of concern to not only diabetics, but anyone who is metabolically unhealthy.

[@larryvillarreal8936]

Take mine in the mornings, no side effects, cholesterol levels are great 👍 God is good, genetics 🧬 leave me no choice, tried diets and walking etc nothing helped but taking in mornings for me works best

[@tonypetty7540]

I was told to take them 20 years ago I never did just started tonight after seeing this video I'm not taking this synthetic Bull 💩

[@gerardine9675]

High LDL doesn't need to be lowered. Statin is needed only when HDL is lower than transglycerides. Also doctors massively overprescribe, that's why they cause so much misery to their patients unnecessarily. If they think statins will benefit their patients, they should prescribe one tablet per week, or two at most. The cause of cardiovascular heart disease is not saturated fat or LDL but alcohol, sugar and transfats. Patients should be told to stop eating processed carbs and everything with sugar and artificial sweeteners. A natural human diet is what people need, not meds where the painful and even dangerous side effects don't justify the supposed benefits.

[@jameshenderson5385]

I have to take 80mg per day. I also take CoQ10 and Alpha Lipoic acid with Atorvistatin and have had no problems so far.

[@colinwishbone4437]

Having taken simavastin for 25 years I was put on ATORVASTIN 5 years ago ,but after 4years was diagnosed with Statins induced MYOSITIS, result,could barely walk. ,couldnt lift foot off the floor,losses 3stones, this problem is serious. .

[@paulrounding5260]

Lipitor Atorvastatin caused pain and discomfort in my ankles, I play golf and could hardly walk after a round, eventuality I stopped taking them, pain disappeared after a few weeks.

[@allenvoss7977]

But How does it actually reduce levels ? How does it work ?

[@myrescuecats3028]

It don’t it’s BS

[@darleneelliott1457]

It stops the liver over producing cholesterol

[@lilianemerinedelasllagas9982]

very informative 😊

[@DrODonovan]

So glad

[@davidbarry9690]

Stopped taking them years ago, best thing I ever did,.

[@johnwatts9932]

Well done.... It's a nasty drug... Hoping to ween myself off them...

[@georgeking2369]

Agreed

[@glenstribling6123]

Does anyone know if statins lower large particle ldl (not bad) cholesterol and not small particle ldl (bad) cholesterol.

[@johnwatts9932]

Reading these comments it's a real worry with this drug..... Kidney failure to unable to walk....... This drug needs more testing I think...

[@av8480]

My mother is 66 yr old her, recent Total cholestrol is 182 mg/dl, LDL 123 mg/dl Doctor recommended 5 mg Atrovastatin , so my question is IS 5 MG ATROVASTATIN DOSE SUFFICOENT ?

[@bfaofwofficial]

Thanks for your time

[@DrODonovan]

My pleasure

[@ENDTIMELIGHT77]

I was taking the 20 mg and my cholesterol when down to 135, however, the alt (sgpt) was high for the first time in my life. Since I have been taking this medication it got high to 66 and has to be Lower than that, I spoke to my doctor and she prescribed me a lower dose (10mg), can you please tell me if the Lower dose is the less is the side effects and liver disease and cancer? Please tell me what can help with cleaning the liver situation and Lowering it down. Thank you, Dr. for your videos.

[@marioncarter3805]

This information was very informative.I had a stint placed in my heart recently and i am on five different medications

[@joederocco9321]

great video doctor much support here. my question is can this be taken every other day and still be effective

[@DrODonovan]

Thank you so much for watching the video and taking time to leave a comment. Unfortunately (and I know this will be frustrating for you), I am unable to give individual medical advice out on this channel. This is because of medico-legal reasons, not knowing your full case, circumstances, and it would be unethical of me to do so otherwise. I have included the general resources I used to make this video in the description box but I have to advise that you speak to your own health provider (e.g. doctor, nurse) so that they can properly assess your case and whether this would be safe for you. This is the safest and most ethical advice I can give since this is just intended as a general educational resource. Thanks for understanding.

[@AS-tt8ui]

I take 10 mg every other day and my lab results are great. Half-life is long so no need to take every 24 hours. Good doctors should start everyone every other day to start and see what results. Taking more than you need is bad medicine

[@heathercuryer113]

@@AS-tt8uiI take Mon, Wed and Frid and my cholesterol is normal having been very high

[@stephenkern5784]

Doctor started me on 20 a day. Ldl went way down and overall down to 100! I now take 10 6 days a week and numbers still low.

[@radgybenno]

Most people taking statins are quite elderly and they think all their aches and pains are down to the statins but its just old age , or in many cases alcoholism.

[@johnsullivan8129]

I was prescribed 80 mgs, because of severe side effects I cut the pill in half, a little powder spilled, is it ok to do this or am I causing more harm?

[@DrODonovan]

Thank you so much for watching the video and taking time to leave a comment. Unfortunately (and I know this will be frustrating for you), I am unable to give individual medical advice out on this channel. This is because of medico-legal reasons, not knowing your full case, circumstances, and it would be unethical of me to do so otherwise. I have included the general resources I used to make this video in the description box but I have to advise that you speak to your own health provider (e.g. doctor, nurse) so that they can properly assess your case. This is the safest and most ethical advice I can give since this is just intended as a general educational resource. Thanks for understanding.

[@howellwong11]

I have no side effects, but I do worry about how Lipitor effects my short term memory.

[@JohnSmith-xx9th]

I have the same problem with atorvastatin. My short term memory is terrible, but I have a memory “like an elephant” when it comes to long term memory.

[@howellwong11]

@@JohnSmith-xx9th Perhaps this is normal as we age, I don't know.

[@roflized]

Yes, I'm sure it does. I don't worry if I miss taking it on the odd night.. when I was on Simvastatin 10 years ago I'm sure I had brain fog at least. Asked my Dr one day if I needed to be on them. I'd been in them 4 to 5 years. She said I could come off them for 3 months as an experiment. Sure enough the brain fog lifted within a few days! I turned that 3 months into at least 5 years. As I have always had an MOT annually, they kept an eye on my cholesterol etc. Good doctors surgery. Had a call from their specialist dietitian last November, who found out I had familial hypercholesterolemia, meaning risk is higher for fatalities. I've got to work harder with diet and exercise.

[@Maverick154]

Really thorough

[@DrODonovan]

Thank you luis

[@lacybrown4525]

Thanks doctor all of my concern about this medication was answered,now I feel comfortable taking atorvastatin for high cholesterol.

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks - any concerns or questions please do consult your pharmacist or doctor

[@scottmcdonald5237]

@@DrODonovan Meanwhile, back in Realville, this med treats high LDL/low HDL and not the actual cause of the problem. Which, google.

[@bhabesreyes5528]

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[@bhabesreyes5528]

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[@jayathigamage]

@@DrODonovanlp

[@precilapadalino7266]

Thank you for the information, Doc👋👍❤️

[@DrODonovan]

My pleasure!

[@robertguthrie4113]

Some of the comments I read about side effects they can be avoided if you take COQO 10 400 mg I take that every night with my 20 mg atorvastin no side effects at all in 8 months dropped my ldl 77 points

[@patrick-pc1jh]

My level was 4 when prescribed these , and thinking about it much later it was as if the surgery was making something from prescribing it , I had terrible pains and discomfort in my hands and legs , I have lung cancer and my consultant said stop taking it due to the discomfort , I messaged my doctor but it took them two weeks to reply and then it was an assistant who rang so I stopped full stop

[@georgeking2369]

It just shows you how interested you doctor is in you even tho he nows you have cancer change your doctor

[@christopherbrown5141]

Been taking daily , atorvastatin and also perindopril,digoxin,rasagilene,bisoporol,rivaoxaban,adislozem, for about 7 years now,how often should i be seeIng a GP? Or not necessary?

[@MrBigShotFancyPants]

How are you on so many controlled meds w/o currently seeing a doctor?

[@georgeking2369]

Exactly

[@brianstevenson9967]

I would question any Dr prescribing a drug that has such serious side effects that affect such a large proportion of those taking this particular drug. I asked my Doctor if he would take it, he answered NO!! That tells you everything you need to know about statins. There are alternatives, not as cheap but just as effective. Demand the alternatives.

[@wednesdaychild2408]

❤❤❤👍👍👍 TQ for the good infos.

[@DrODonovan]

Always welcome

[@niftysweata4384]

I’m only 24 and I’ve been taking 10mgs of atorvastatin since July 2018 because I had really high cholesterol. Unfortunately I’m genetically prone to higher levels.

[@Nchinnam]

same issue im 23 and they put me on it cuz of family issues with heart disease and high levels.

[@queentiffany3765]

Am 24 and taking it too

[@annwong112]

Any side effects?

[@niftysweata4384]

@@annwong112 none

[@annwong112]

😊👍

[@rahimamr]

hiya i been taking artovistatin at 11am for the past 4 years - if my blood tests are ok - then me taking at 11am is ok right?

[@msmarauder37]

You forgot to mention memory loss, dementia, liver damage, and recently they just added breast cancer.

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks

[@whitehorses460]

yes, i had unusual liver enzymes readings after taking for 6 months, stop taking this dangerous drug

[@whitehorses460]

@@DrODonovan thanks for what

[@JohnSmith-xx9th]

I’m very worried about the loss in memory with this drug. Long term memory not a problem for me, but my short term memory is terrible

[@fredhohbergerjr4685]

Right!

[@disscustinglybeautiful1652]

Don't forget about the weight gain around the waist.

[@peterchristie1096]

The best way to deal with statins is NEVER to take them. The terrible, terrible dangerous side effects greatly outweigh any alleged benefit they may have. After having had a minor heart attack 17 years ago I took them for six months and have not taken them since after suffering horrendous side efecrts. No doctor or cardiologist has ever advised me to take them again and I have never suuffered from any heart issue since.

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks for watching.

[@davidbarry9690]

Good on you

[@VirginiaAlexandra-u2k]

Thanks doctor ❤

[@richardgreenacre5872]

I was give statin and got very bad skin rash from them . I tried two different statin an had the same result.

[@barryelphick9889]

Thank you,very informative. Z.

[@DrODonovan]

Very welcome

[@etnecivavan2131]

My mother is complaining about muscle pain, she is taking atorvastatin as her maintenance , but her doctor just gave her vitamins b-complex, is that ok?

[@georgeking2369]

She would be better with out them

[@sunsunny2379]

It is very important to know how many Mg of Statin are you taking per days. Doctor give me 40mg / days after my heart operation with 2 stain. My side effect is muscle pain and lost of weight mostly Muscle. after one years .i stopped the dedication . my serious muscle pain goes away immediately. I am now taking just 10Mg of simvastatin per days. So far no muscle pain or weight lost.

[@Joiedevivredesilives]

I have had so many side effects Tendinitis on weird places like back of leg Muscle loss Memory loss Marlegia pasthetica Lack of energy Lack of sleep Cramps Farting I stopped taking them a week or so ago all my issues have gone

[@jjold9394]

What happen if I take crestor: rosuvastatin 10 mg ?

[@erwinvilla3104]

Great Video thank you.

[@DrODonovan]

Glad you liked it!

[@mikemartin3877]

Doc put me on these, and I've never felt worse. Went through the day feeling like a zombie, stomach cramps and completely listless. No Thanks

[@inquistive]

#DoctorO'Donovan - There are several videos here on KZbin created by doctors which talk about the relative result versus the absolute result of taking statins and that the latter shows that the benefit is not that great and suggests that the side effects are not worth the small absolute risk of taking them. What is your view on this please?

[@LalrintluangaRintluanga-xd5ib]

Sir,how can i eat before foot or after meal

[@wayneessar7489]

You can take it after having a meal but I don't know anything about your foot.

[@ajabnoor.waziri]

Drug interaction with atorvastatin not mentioned by you sir

[@claudiasmudzingwa1633]

Quite informative

[@DrODonovan]

Glad you think so!

[@jeanettebrown1343]

Can you take Atorvastatin with Semaglutide?

[@aprilzee4909]

I have constipation now I stop

[@mrzif0013]

At what point should I consider taking Lipitor?

[@shawnfallahi5616]

if you have heart disease

[@grolfe3210]

There are some odd posts on here. Just because you have a side effect from a drug, why do you then try to put off others who may not have that side effect? Some people are allergic to asprin but should we all stop taking it? As I see it, high cholesterol is a real threat that can have serious consequences on your life in the future. But it has no symptoms or downside before it strikes. Statins are shown to lower this risk, but in taking them now they may cause a side effect now. If you were told you will have a heart attack and die tomorrow but here is a pill you can take today to prevent it, you would take it. No matter what, you would take it. Now change the risk to just lowering your chance of possibly having a heart attack sometime in the future and you are a bit further away from the risk but very near to the side effects. I think, don't dismiss the real proven benefit of statins.

[@rochelleb973]

Ive just started lipitor. I was previously on simvistatin with no issues. Im afraid of this one. Im on 20 mg

[@JohnSmith-xx9th]

I was on simvastatin for two years. No issues. Then my new doctor switched over to atorvastatin. I’ve noticed a decline in short term memory. It’s really bad some days. I can’t remember what I did a few minutes ago. However, my long term memory is exceptionally strong.

[@rajat50495]

Excellent explaination of Atorvastatin

[@DrODonovan]

Thank you very much Dr Gupta.

[@willfree8230]

Well I've been on 80mg in the evenings since 2nd of August after OHS and been having shoulder neck and collar bone aches since really thought it was because of the OHS but still getting these aches and have had quite some pain in my left shoulder for about 7 weeks now following just 1 session at the local hospital physio dept cardiac rehabilitation course and its still bugging me I had just thought these aches were just an after effect from such a big operation but because my shoulder is still not ok wondering if its the statin

[@roflized]

Could well be. I've been on Avortistatin for just 2 months, 40ml cos I have familial hypercholesterolemia (Google it). Now down from 7.3 to 5.3 in 2 months. I've experienced intense aching in both shoulders and both arms at the same time, sometimes one shoulder. Mine comes suddenly and takes me by surprise. Makes my arms feel heavy.

[@wednesdaychild2408]

What's about SIMVASTATIN, is that the same as atorvastatin ?

[@DrODonovan]

Slightly different medication but same general class (I.e. they are both statins)

[@wednesdaychild2408]

@@DrODonovan Hi doctor, would you like to make a vdo of this medicine, and share your info for all out there. My appreciation❤

[@wednesdaychild2408]

​@@DrODonovanfine ,doctor, understood

[@sobekstephanie]

It's nice to get good info from such a handsome doctor ;)

[@DrODonovan]

😂

[@VirginiaAlexandra-u2k]

Simvastatin 10 gives me pain in joints im diabetic

[@StockTurboN20]

I take atorvastatin I hate it I wish I could find a natural way to lower my cholesterol

[@jeannerivas5569]

Good info about taking it at night. Thanks

[@DrODonovan]

Any time

[@myrescuecats3028]

The Doc is being pay to endorse this lethal tablet.Good Luck Jean your gonna need it.

[@albertooso3651]

Need ba mag maintenance ng atorvastatine

[@louiegatchalian9314]

Is cholesterol the true cause of heart disease?

[@jasminsantiago6782]

WHAT ABOUT PAIN. THANKS

[@DrODonovan]

I am sorry but for medico-legal and ethical reasons I can't give clinical advice on this channel. This is designed as a general education channel. Please consult your doctor or health provider for individual questions. I hope you found the video informative nontheless. Best wishes.

[@dudley7540]

No charge!

[@anusuyakarunanithi4163]

I take before bed time after that my whole body itching can I stop talking pl answer

[@DrODonovan]

I am sorry but for medico-legal and ethical reasons I can't give individual clinical advice on this channel. This is designed as a general education channel. Please consult your doctor or health provider for individual questions and concerns. I hope you found the video informative nontheless. Best wishes.

[@maureenahern447]

Whatadout chest palm and pain in left arm?

[@juliamacauley7062]

That sounds like angina . Or a heart attack . Get it checked out .

[@rerialicemontgomery8977]

I have low blood plates and thyroid And myalgia and sleeping problems

[@DrODonovan]

Sorry to hear this.

[@rerialicemontgomery8977]

I'm now doing a sort of life style change 2 weeks now lost 3kg for real and I have less pain. Really I feel more alert in many ways

[@rerialicemontgomery8977]

I had to stop taking statins So I have less pain now

[@lisamcallister6534]

If I had never taken this my legs would have strength. Do you know how many people are now bedridden from this statin? I know 400 people. ABSOLUTELY DO NOT TAKE!!!

[@joaquinamellylim7794]

Yhanks ❤

[@cristycorpuz268]

Thanks Doctor.God bless

[@DrODonovan]

Thanks

[@sakura.lee1234]

Hi, my mom's doctor double the dosage of atorvastatin (from 20 to 40mg) now she's having headaches, is it normal? What medicine can she take for the headache to go away without having problem in taking it? Thank you very much.

[@charlieleonardo]

Yes, I’m prescribed 40mg atorvastatin daily & I’m experiencing headaches frequently. Towards this, I’m actively carrying out lifestyle changes that will improve my cholesterol & blood lipid profile & accordingly I’ll stop taking this medication under the guidance of my doctor!

[@christopher554]

I was on it six weeks started getting pain in my legs around my back and stomach ,I stopped them after two days I was back to normal ,no more

[@ERnurse22]

Headaches are a potential adverse reaction. I would consult the doctor about the dosage level.

[@georgeking2369]

​@@christopher554poison

[@sanchezsanchez3937]

Thanks sharing love video ❤️❤️

[@DrODonovan]

Thank you too

[@user-bd7hm5uf3kJannetSansano]

Thank u doc for that good advice coz I'm taken that atorvastatin clopidogrel..and fenofibrate the doctor gave me that.. prescription..I hope I will be ok coz I fell sick everyday and also I'm votmiting with the med..I'm so sad..😢

[@georgeking2369]

Don't take any more

[@FighterPilot1945]

Stay away from statins my friend couldn't walk after taking statins.

[@josephchong5424]

WHAT ABOUT INSOMNIA?

[@adammadtin8451]

Yes thats why im here. Do you have it?