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joint pain
The drug label also warns of serious side effects such as liver problems and
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Lipitor may cause serious side effects including: pain or burning when
An international study of around 99 million people
Atorvastatin
Applies to atorvastatin: oral suspension, oral
Adults and teens can take statins
Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is known as a moderate-to-high-intensity statin, meaning it lowers your cholesterol more so than many
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The usual starting dose for adults is 10-20 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 80 mg per day
Atorvastatin: Side effects of 20 mg, 40 mg, and other strengths
The most common side effects reported with statins include: a headache
The chart below lists examples of mild side effects that have been reported in separate studies of these drugs
It appears that the expectation of the side effect makes it more likely to occur
The most commonly reported side effects of statins are muscle-related symptoms, including muscle pain, cramps, and weakness
Persistent nausea/vomiting
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Severe stomach/abdominal pain
Cholesterol medications help reduce harmful cholesterol levels in the blood