Atorvastatin 20 Mg Side Effects

Looking for information re side effects of atorvastatin (atolip) 20 mg.

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Atorvastatin is used for lowering blood cholesterol.

Headache is the most common side effect, occurring in more than 10% of patients. Side effects that occur in 1-10% of patients taking atorvastatin include:

* Weakness
* Insomnia and dizziness.
* Chest pain and peripheral edema.
* Rash
* Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea.
* Urinary tract infection
* Arthralgia, myalgia, back pain, arthritis
* Sinusitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis, rhinitis
* Infection, flu-like syndrome, allergic reaction.

You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below...
http:/­/­www.prescriptiondrug-info.com/­drug_information_online.asp?title=Atorvastatin&page=1002077&ad=true

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I was using Zivaste E 20 but the same is not available here in Hyderabad so I tried Tonact 20 EZ and the result was a loss of blood pressure resulting in almost hospitalization. I had severe reeling sensation and also pain in the entire body and heaviness of the chest. What should I do? Will you please reply to me? It is URGENT.

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In use statin 20mg and experience side effects of headache & dizziness.

Age 72+

Will a 10mg dose help?

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