Does Atorvastatin Cause Dizziness

Me and my husband we trying to have a baby and he is taking the lipogen atorvastatin every night, will they not stop him to get me pregnant, will they not effect his fertility?? ## Hello, Makay! How are you? No, according to the U.S. FDA, this medication has not been known to have any detrimental affect on male fertility. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Have you had any tests done, to see if there is a problem?

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56 YO Male, taking this after a stint. I also take Atenolol, 100mg daily, Losartan 100mg 2x daily and Clopidogrel 75mg daily. Since the stint and the new meds, I am constantly dizzy. I do not believe the stint has anything to do with it, since it saved my life. I have read blogs where people feel uncomfortable with this "metal thing" in their body. I have no such feelings, I am eternally grateful for the "metal thing" and the miracle surgeons that put it there and saved my life. But back to my dizziness. Any suggestions?? ## It's difficult to say, because all of the medications you're taking have the potential to cause dizziness and it's possible that it's compounded due to that fact. The blood pressure/cardiac medications, Atenolol and Losartan also have...

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Hi, I came off atorvastatin cold turkey 15 days ago. 12 days ago I started with this immense pressure in my head and face. It only goes away when I lay down and I've not got blurred vision. Is this a withdrawel effect? Thanks. ## Hello, Louise! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. It would be best to consult your doctor. When you stop such a medication cold turkey, there is a risk of developing blockages or clots, which could be causing the problem. It's best to have this checked out for your safety. The FDA lists the other possible withdrawal effects as including nausea, dizziness, headache and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My mother is taking Atorvastatin but she keeps going to the bathroom a lot. So, we were wondering if this is a water pill? ## No, this is a statin medication that is used to help lower cholesterol. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle ache. However, frequent urination is a possible side effect of most medications, one can never know how any given medication will affect anyone that takes it. How often is she going? Is she on any other medications? ## Actually there are many reports that it will make your urine patterns irregular.

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I currently take atorvastatin for my cholesterol. Is it safe to start taking Turmeric for the inflammation of my arthritis? Is atorvastatin a blood thinner? ## No it is not a blood thinner, it is used solely to help lower cholesterol levels, although some recent studies have shown that elevated cholesterol levels are not as dangerous as we think, but many disagree, thus the jury is still out on that, so to speak. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. As to taking it with Turmeric, I haven't been able to find any studies on that, but since it is used in many foods, I'd think the FDA would warn you if there was a problem. However, it is always best to double check with your doctor to be sure. It is also be...

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Can i take ardosons with atorvastatina together ## Hello, Rolando! How are you? I didn't find any interactions or problems listed between the Mannitol in Ardosons and the Atorvastatin, but it's always best to double check this information to be safe. Atorvastatin may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Has your doctor prescribed both?

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My blood cholestrol is 250, so is it apprpriate to take atorvastatin IP 10 mg.what are its side effects? My age is 40 yr. ## Hello, Mukund! How are you? Which cholesterol level is 250? There are usually several that are tested, such as LDL and HDL. Has your doctor advised you take this medication? Atorvastatin is used to help lower cholesterol, but it can cause some side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Atorvastatin details here.

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Information is Atorvastatin 80mg, is it a good statin ## Hello, Jody! How are you? It is as good and effective as any other statin medication used for lowering cholesterol. It will really depend on how well it works for you. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Looking for information re side effects of atorvastatin (atolip) 20 mg. ## 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... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I was using Zivaste E 20 b...

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1)Are these medicines are similar in nature to work on lowering Cholesterol levels. 2) What are the side effects when we use these tablets/capsules 3) If so , Which of these has least side effect ## No medication is actually similar to nature, that's why they are classified as medications that require government regulation. The NIH lists the typical side effects of both as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. It really depends on which one works for you. Which one has your doctor recommended?

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Can I take atorvastatin at the same time as levothyroxine, at bedtime? Or are there any interactions if I do? ## No, you can't take Levothyroxine with anything else, it reduces its efficacy, according to FDA reports. It should be taken in the morning, on an empty stomach, with a small sip of water, an hour before eating or drinking anything else, according to FDA studies. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, hair loss, and weight changes. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Atorvastatin as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, headache, and hypotension. Are there any other questions I can help with? ## GM does drinking levothyroxine makes you gain weight and is it better to drink it in the morning . Is it ok to drink...

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Hello. I have been taking lipvas (atorvastatin) tablets for the past nine months and my daily dose is 10mg. I got checked for my cholesterol levels and all parameters are within the safe zone. Shall I stop taking this medication? ## You should not stop it, without your doctor's approval. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. The medication may be the only thing keeping it down and preventing future medical problems. Are you on any other medications? ## I had diabetes and an old stroke case for which the doctor prescribed Carbamazepine, Atorvastatin, and an Asprin tablet. Now my BP and sugar levels are somehow ok. So, can I stop taking these meds?

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I have run out of my prescription for Atorvastatin and had decided to start eating healthier and excercising. Unfortunately i cant afford to return to my doctor for advice on stipping the atorvastatin. Is it okay to stop Atorvastatin 10 mg cold turkey? ## Hello, Hart16! How are you? What did you decide to do? It would be best to consult your doctor, but stopping such a medication abruptly isn't actually considered dangerous. However, you may experience some withdrawal effects, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and diarrhea.

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i am 74 yr old male. Chlorestrol normal, but on advice of Doctor. Wouldit be OK to reduce dosage to 10 mg? ## Hello, Nestro31! How are you? If your doctor has instructed you to lower the dose, it would be best to do as they've directed. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My husband was similar, so he weaned himself off the Statin (I forget which one it was) couldn't get any logical answer from the doc as to why not. He now takes no statins, and cholesterol is non existant.

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Do atorvastatin calcium tablets cause breathlessness and heavy breathing if the tablet is taken after a meal, particularly when one is walking after having eaten and taken the tablet? If so, what does it mean? ## From my records I did not find anything stating that atorvastatin causes breathlessness or heavy breathing. There are other side effects while taking atorvastatin diarrhea, constipation, passing gas, headache, insomnia, joint pain, and/or dizziness. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## AFTER TAKING ATORVASTIN BRAND NAME ORVAS 10MG FOR A PERIOD OF 3 MONTHS MY FRIEND DEVELOPED UNESINESS IN CHEST, STICHING PAINS, BREATHLESS NESS SOME TIMES, DIZZINESS WHEN WORKING WITH A SYSTEM AND MOST HAPPEND...

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I am 41 years old. My triglycerides 225 (188), Cholestrol174 (159) LDL-114(110) and HDL-20(20R). Note with in the brackets are test dated 10-08-2010. My doctor advised me to take Fibator tablet containing atorvastatin 10 mg and fenofibrate IP 145 mg. as regular course. Kindly advise whether these tables are right advice also sugest me any side effects on that and how log can take this.. ## Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate are commonly used to help lower elevated cholesterol levels. The side effects they may cause can include: nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. As to how long you have to take them, you should talk to your doctor about that. They should check your levels on a regular basis, to see how well you are responding to the medications and the decision should be based...

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Good day, I have been on Zuvamor 40mg for almost a year now, wasn't feeling well so they changed it to Storwin 40mg. Stil not feeling better. Can i change to Aspavor astorvastatin 40mg? ## Hello, Adele! How are you? What symptoms are you experiencing? All of these statin medications that are used to help lower cholesterol carry the risk of causing the same side effects, which the U.S. FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. It might be better if you speak to your doctor to see what other alternatives you have. Have you tried lowering your cholesterol with diet and exercise?

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l started taking atorvastatincalcium ( 10mg) almost 2 months ago when my doctor discovered that l have a plaque in my neck muscle and l was told it will reduce or dissolve this pllaque but ever since l started talking it ,l have experience alot of issues like my leg muscles just cotracting with me doing anything and this night the muscle in my forehead won't stop contracting and tbis gives me a sort of worry. ## Those can be typical side effects of this medication, additionally, some modern research has shown that taking them to lower cholesterol is not necessary, though as with most other findings, more studies need to be done. The NIH lists other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, and headache. How are you feeling, now? Has there been any change?

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I have high cholesterol (total 252 - hdl 55 / ldl 16. triglycerides 216). My age is 37. My ECG is normal. The doctor suggested I take ecosprin tablets. Is it useful to me? Please give me your opinion. ## Aspirin/Ecosprin is used to help with heart health and blood thinning. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. Have you started it, yet? What are you current levels?

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I have been taking atorvastatin 20mg and metfomin for the last 3 weeks. I feel some sort of dizziness almost every day. but not severe. Also I like to eat some grape fruit m maybe 3 - 5 full fruit . I have seen many articles on net say grape fruit will interact with atorvastatin when taken in juice form more than 1 liter a day. I dont know how to determine on this intake. I jst like to eat some grape fruits only. Can you please advise..