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Does Pravastatin Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

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Posted on Mon, 14 Dec 2015
Question: My husband takes pravastatin this is a new medicine for him and he is having a hard time with erections
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Answered by Dr. Sassen S Kwasa (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Statin does not directly cause impotence but can cause musclular issues..

Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM: I am not sure that his issues are directly related to the pravastatin, however, he may be having muscle weakness (myalgia/myositis) due to muscular breakdown and affecting his stamina. I would ask you to see your regular doctor and see if he has any complications, they can check a blood level of CK (creatinine kinase) to help get answers. Good luck.
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Does Pravastatin Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

Brief Answer: Statin does not directly cause impotence but can cause musclular issues.. Detailed Answer: Welcome to HCM: I am not sure that his issues are directly related to the pravastatin, however, he may be having muscle weakness (myalgia/myositis) due to muscular breakdown and affecting his stamina. I would ask you to see your regular doctor and see if he has any complications, they can check a blood level of CK (creatinine kinase) to help get answers. Good luck.