Suggest Treatment For Severe Muscle Cramps In The Fingers

Posted on Thu, 2 Feb 2017

Question: I am experiencing severe cramps in my left pinkie and ring finger. I am also unusually tired. I take a statin. Can that cause the pain in the muscles?

Answered by Dr. Rahul Tawde (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Statin Induced Myopathy

Detailed Answer:
Good Day,
Statins can absolutely cause what is known as Myopathy, it is a known side effect. To stop these symptoms requires discontinuation of the medication. I would recommend you speak with physician who prescribed for you these medications, and ask for an alternative that does not have myopathy as a side effect, as you are experiencing possible muscle irritation and or rhabdomyolysis.
I wish you the best. Feel free to follow up with any questions you may have.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng