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Can Atorvastatin Cause Joint Pain?
I started atorvastatin (20 mg once a day) three months ago to treat elevated cholesterol . Shortly after starting, I began to experience joint pain every day (hips most intensely, but also shoulders, wrists, elbows) and also began to experience lower back pain when arising in the morning. My original prescription will run out in about a week, and I am considering discontinuation to see if the joint pain diminishes or stops.
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Fri, 22 Sep 2017
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Atorvastatim is known to cause muscle damage with pain in legs and thigh. It is common on starting the drug and may resolve with contnue use. You may stop the drug if not indicated absolutely. You should discuss with your treating physician regarding other options for reducing cholesterol.
Atorvastatim is known to cause muscle damage with pain in legs and thigh. It is common on starting the drug and may resolve with contnue use. You may stop the drug if not indicated absolutely. You should discuss with your treating physician regarding other options for reducing cholesterol.
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