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What Causes Muscle Cramps In The Legs And Stomach While On Atorvastatin?
I am taking atorvastatin20mg , I am having muscle cramps in my legs and in my stomach, I stay thirsty all the time I feel like the back of my tongue is so dried out that I cant even rake up spit. My muscles ache, my bones hurt .I am 50 years of age and I don t think my body should feel this way. I m also very tired and fatigued all the time
Fri, 27 Apr 2018
Hello,
Atorvastatin and other medicines in this family can cause muscle aches and pain. It is one of the well-known side effects that can occur. It is not usually associated with the other symptoms that you are describing, however; you may want to be assessed for these.
It would be best to speak to your doctor to let him or her know what you are experiencing. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
Atorvastatin and other medicines in this family can cause muscle aches and pain. It is one of the well-known side effects that can occur. It is not usually associated with the other symptoms that you are describing, however; you may want to be assessed for these.
It would be best to speak to your doctor to let him or her know what you are experiencing. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
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