can lipitor cause back pain?
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- Hi Kaycee. it could be the atorvastatin that is causing your back pain, I agree with orthopedist advice re stopping for a few weeks and see if there's any improvement. If you find your back pain eases then next move maybe to ask doctor to lower the dosage to see if that helps.
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Cholesterol Drugs Linked to Muscle, Joint Problems HealthDay Reporter. MONDAY, June 3 (HealthDay News) -- People taking statin drugs to lower their cholesterol may slightly increase their risk for muscle and joint diseases as well as strains and sprains, a new study suggests. Statins, such as Zocor and Lipitor, are widely used to reduce cholesterol levels and help prevent heart disease. But they're also thought to contribute to muscle weakness, muscle cramps and tendon problems.
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- Muscle pain and damage The most common statin side effect is muscle pain. You may feel this pain as a soreness, tiredness or weakness in your muscles. The pain can be a mild discomfort, or it can be severe enough to make your daily activities difficult.t's unclear what causes statin side effects, especially muscle pain. Statins work by slowing your body's production of cholesterol. Your body produces all the cholesterol it needs by digesting food and producing new cells on its own.
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- In Summary. The most common side effects of Lipitor are: hemorrhagic stroke, arthralgia, diarrhea, and nasopharyngitis. Other side effects include: urinary tract infection, insomnia, limb pain, muscle spasm, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, and nausea. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
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What to do when you suspect a statin causes muscle pain Muscle aches on statin drugs like Lipitor are common. Sometimes, but not always, they can cause muscle inflammation as well, with evidence of muscle breakdown in the blood. It's important to emphasize that not all cases of muscle aches due to statins have abnormal blood results. If the muscle aches stop while off the statin, it is likely that the statin caused them.
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Side Effects of Statins Side effects reported by some people include muscle pain and digestive problems. Muscle pain is the most common side effect caused by statin use. A 2005 study found that over 10 percent of people taking high-dose statins had muscle pain. Muscle pain can be uncomfortable. However, you should call your doctor right away if you have: unusual muscle pain or cramps. tiredness. fever. dark urine.
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atorvastatin Lipitor is generally well-tolerated. Minor side effects include: Constipation; Diarrhea; Fatigue; Gas; Heartburn; Headache; Other commonly reported side effects include: Common cold (nasopharyngitis) Joint pain ; Pain in the extremities; Urinary tract infection; Lipitor may cause liver and muscle damage. Serious liver damage caused by statins is rare.
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Overview Tasks that were once simple, such as climbing stairs or walking, may make you uncomfortable and tired while using statins. Muscle breakdown. Rhabdomyolysis, or the breakdown of muscle tissue, is a rare side effect of statins that can also cause muscle pain. This disease can cause life-threatening muscle damage. In addition to severe muscle pain, rhabdomyolysis can lead to liver damage, kidney failure, and, in rare cases, death. According to the FDA, the following statins contain specific warnings on the package inserts about muscle pain and rhabdomyolysis: lovastatin extended-release (Altoprev)
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- A: Crestor (rosuvastatin) is a synthetic lipid-lowering agent. The most common side effects are headache, myalgia (muscle pain), abdominal pain, asthenia (loss or lack of bodily strength; weakness) and nausea. And other side effects include, stomach upset, heartburn, constipation, bloating and gas.ccording to the package insert, the most common side effects of Crestor are headache, muscle pain, abdominal pain, weakness, and nausea. All of the cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins are known to cause varying degrees of muscle pain and muscle weakness.
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Dr. Julian Whitaker on Statins and Memory Loss After muscle pain and weakness, cognitive problems are the second-most common side effect of Lipitor, Zocor, Pravachol, Mevacor, and other cholesterol-lowering statin drugs.Hundreds of cases of statin-induced memory loss and TGA have been reported to MedWatch, the FDA’s system for filing adverse drug events.fter muscle pain and weakness, cognitive problems are the second-most common side effect of Lipitor, Zocor, Pravachol, Mevacor, and other cholesterol-lowering statin drugs.
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- The most common side effects of Lipitor are: arthralgia, diarrhea, and nasopharyngitis. Other side effects include: urinary tract infection, insomnia, limb pain, muscle spasm, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, and nausea. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects. Applies to atorvastatin: oral tablet.
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Lipitor and edema We took my father off of Lipitor (he was on 20mg/day) and his hand edema and pain improved greatly. He can move his hand again and has even been picking up objects now. I have concluded that it was medication poisoning for want of a better word. Thank you for the input.
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Top 30 Doctor insights on: Causes Of Itchy Swollen Lower Legs Summary: Itching is found among people who take Lipitor, especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for 1 - 6 months, also take medication Aspirin, and have High blood cholesterol.
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- Doctors commonly prescribe Lipitor together with diet, weight loss and exercise to help stave off cardiovascular disease in patients who may develop heart conditions. The drug can be used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke and chest pain for patients with multiple heart disease risk factors.
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Crestor and Muscle Pain Does Crestor Cause Muscle Pain? While most people tolerate Crestor® (rosuvastatin calcium) well, there are potential side effects that can occur. For people taking Crestor, muscle pain is one of these possible side effects. In previous clinical studies, muscle tenderness or pain occurred in up to 12.7 percent of people taking Crestor.
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Is muscle pain a side effect of Lipitor? the lipitor even elevated my liver enzymes and the dr would not take me off of lipitor. I had to do it myself. Doctors are trying to control numbers and not side effects. Br your own advocat, try stopping the lipitor for a wk or two and see if the pain subdue, if so then you have your answer.
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- People who use statin drugs to lower their cholesterol sometimes complain of muscle pain and soreness. But a new study suggests that in some cases these side effects may be a result of combining statins with other medications.he research found that people taking statins had double the risk of muscle pain when they were prescribed various other drugs, and often these side effects were what prompted people to stop taking statins.
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7 Reasons Not to Dismiss Statin-Caused Pain 1. Your doctor might. There's evidence in the medical literature that patients on statins don't report any more muscle pain than those on a placebo, which causes many doctors to disregard any complaints.
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DESCRIPTION These serious side effects include: 1  Muscle problems. 2  LIPITOR can cause serious muscle problems that can lead to kidney problems, including kidney failure. 3  You have a higher chance for muscle problems if you are taking certain other medicines with LIPITOR.4  Liver problems.hese serious side effects include: 1  Muscle problems. 2  LIPITOR can cause serious muscle problems that can lead to kidney problems, including kidney failure. 3  You have a higher chance for muscle problems if you are taking certain other medicines with LIPITOR. 4  Liver problems.
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Can Statins Cause Foot Pain? Dr-Hibberd. Although foot pain isn't usually caused by Crestor, you could request a change in dosage or try an alternate statin such as Lipitor. Can Statins Cause Foot Pain.
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7 Reasons Not to Dismiss Statin-Caused Pain + More. Most people who take statins suffer no side effects from the cholesterol-lowering drugs. A small but significant number, however, develop mild to crushing muscle pain. In rare cases, the drugs can lead to permanent muscle damage, kidney problems, and death. More. Most people who take statins suffer no side effects from the cholesterol-lowering drugs. A small but significant number, however, develop mild to crushing muscle pain. In rare cases, the drugs can lead to permanent muscle damage, kidney problems, and death.
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Diagnosis Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), might relieve acute back pain. Take these medications as directed by your doctor, because overuse can cause serious side effects. If OTC pain relievers don't relieve your pain, your doctor might suggest prescription NSAIDs.
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An Overview of Aspirin for Back Pain Aspirin for Back Pain. The use of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) in some form is nearly as old as civilization itself. Hippocrates, and even the ancient Egyptians, used an early form of it (salicin, from the white willow tree) to treat pain and fever.
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Drug Ratings for XARELTO Says none of his other Xarelto patients experience pain as a side effect. My research shows many of us Xarelto patients suffer from extreme pain. My PA suggested, and the Cardiologist agreed, the pain may be caused by the statin drug Crestor. I have been on Crestor for nearly 30 years with absolutely NO side effects.
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- Herniated Lumbar Disc. A herniated lumbar disc can cause low back pain on the right side. A disc herniation involves a rupture of the disc's fibrous outer ring and resultant slipping of the disc's center, or nucleus, into the spinal canal.
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- A: Every medication can have different possible side effects. The most common side effects reported with taking Lipitor (http://www.everydayhealth.com/drugs/lipitor) include: diarrhea, arthralgia (joint pain) and nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nasal part of the pharynx).: Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a medication used to lower cholesterol by reducing the cholesterol produced by the body. Lipitor has several interactions with over-the-counter and prescription medications. The herbal product St John's Wort can decrease the levels of Lipitor in the bloodstream.