Atorvastatin lipitor side effects
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Actually, Lipitor is much stronger than Simvastatin and has a much higher incidence of side effects, unless I have missed some new data. According to the links I have Simvastatin is the safest statin on the market.
It is easy to find information regarding drug-drug interactions for omeprazole (Prilosec) and atorvastatin (Lipitor). The omeprazole appears to increase the bioavailability of the statin, increasing the risk of side effects. Does this mean that the interaction is like taking a higher dose of the statin, which would provide benefit for someone like me who only takes a low dose (10mg atorvastatin daily) and has no statin tolerance issues?
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This med is generic for Lipitor, as you probably already know. I've researched and there is nothing about anger problems. The best thing to do is ask your Dr or pharmacist if this could be a possible interaction.
When did you start the Zoloft? I'm asking because anger and personality chances could be a side effect of this med.
org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statin-side-effects/art-20046013 This is an interesting read on statins. Some people have memory loss and others have improvement in their dementia. This is very patient dependent. Lipitor can take two week to offer the reduced cholesterol and cardiac risk that goes along with that. At one week, yes, side effects could emerge. So, please talk to her doctor. Let us know what they say.
Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a high-intensity statin and is prescribed to lower cholesterol levels in the blood.
There are alternatives for Lipitor that may not show this side-effect. (i.e. rosuvastatin=Crestor)
My advice is to contact the cardiologist ask ask him/her if it is possible to switch to an alternative.
I have never had trouble sleeping through the night -- until my doctor prescribed Lipitor (atorvastatin). My cardiologist tells me that I need a statin for my cardiac health, but now I only get 4-5 hours of sleep at night before I need to get up and pee. Than, I only get back to sleep about 1/3 of the time. Lack of sleep robs me of energy, and makes me irritable -- not good ! Does anyone know about the side-effects of other statins that I might take instead ?
Is atorvastatin or pravastatin better at monitoring cholestoral? My doctor prescribed the generic pravastatin as a more afordable alternative to atorvastatin but also doubled the amount I take (from 20 mg of atorvastatin to 40 mg of pravastatin). Should I be concerned about the effectiveness of pravastatin?
The generic drug for Lipitor has been recalled if you are on this medication contact your pharmacist. Recalled for possible glass particles in the pills.
In all honesty, your dad's numbers look pretty good! I know they want ldl under 100 but he's close. I'm sure you are a bit worried that they are inching up. --- this could be as simple as he was tired for a few days and didn't exercise before the test. AT the next reading, make sure he is doing the life style things. If it is still higher and still inching up, then by all means, you can consider a cholesterol lowering medication.
Dr wants to put on another statin( saying this has less side effects) and extremly expensive...But I would like to try a Non Statin is there is one on the market, or would there be supplements that are available and have good results?
Mainly I would like names of non statins to research and discuss.
20-30 years? I think he means it will start to reduce your risk in a few days. You don't have to be 70-80 years old to get heart problems. I had three bouts of MI at the age of 47.
Everytime my prescription is renewed, I read the leaflet with possible side effects which is a mistake because there are so many. However, when they run trials, you will be surprised how many people state new symptoms even when taking the placebo.
But this medication is not recommended to be taken by your own because you may miss some important side effects. Side effects include flushing, stomach upset, vomitings,headache, dizziness,liver damage in some cases.Niacin can also raise blood sugar levels in some cases. Taking the drug during or after the meals can help people to develop a tolerance to flushing and to sometimes decrease it.
While you are on niacin, the effect of high blood pressure medicines may also be increased.
Could you clarify the thermometer readings during these febrile episodes? Atorvastatin or Lipitor has been known to cause side effects such as unexplained muscle pain, weakness, fever, unusual tiredness, and loss of appetite. (ref: http://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html) While Atenolol can also cause fatigue, insomnia, nausea, memory loss, fever, numbness, tingling, cold extremities, and sore throat.( ref: http://www.medicinenet.com/atenolol/article.
I took a quick look through drug information book for dentistry and there are no known complications associated with Lipitor (Atorvastatin).If you do decide to take it, I would encourage you to tell your dental professional that you DID take that medication prior to the procedure.
Hope this helps.
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