There was a news report last week, but it probably was not new-news. Also general muscular weakness and lack of zip (using medical terms here).
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http://www.mdausa.org/experts/question.cfm?id=3683REPLY from MDA: Mark Tarnopolsky, MD, Ph.D., FRCP(C), McMaster University Medical Center, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Lipitor can cause muscle weakness and neuropathy. SMA affects the motor nerve cell body, so any loss of muscle or nerve function can make SMA worse. The neuropathy from Lipitor is likely time-dependent and characteristically starts with numbness in the feet. The myopathy from Lipitor is characterized by aching in the thighs and upper arms and sometimes an increase in CK activity (a muscle enzyme — be careful, for this enzyme may be up a bit from the SMA, per se). The birth control medication will not cause any of these symptoms. If there is pain in the neck, this can make weakness worse by pain inhibition — hence, if pain, treat it. It is likely that some of the side effects of statins (i.e., Lipitor) may be prevented with co-administration of coenzyme Q10 (coQ10) - 60 mg twice a day.
http://www.rxlist.com/rxboard/lipitor.pl?read=1120... statin drugs deplete the muscle enzymes and taking coq10 with vit. E will help replace it. coq10 is not a pain pill but it will shorten the time you have pain, it worked for me and some other people.
http://www.canadianpharmacytrust.com/drugs/lipitor.htmlSide effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Lipitor. The side effects of Generic Lipitor--if any develop--are usually mild. Most common side effects of Lipitor include abdominal pain, abnormal heartbeat, accidental injury, acne, allergic reaction, amnesia, back pain, black stools, bleeding, breast enlargement, changes in eyesight, changes in taste sensation, chest pain, constipation, decreased sex drive, depression, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, distorted facial muscles, dizziness, dry eyes, fatigue, fever, flu symptoms, fluid retention, gas, hair loss, headache, hearing difficulties, heartburn, increased muscle movement, increased sensations, indigestion, inflammation of sinus and nasal passages, insomnia, itching, joint pain, lack of coordination, leg cramps, muscle aching or weakness, purple or red spots on the skin, rash, respiratory problems, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to light, skin irritations, sore throat, strange dreams, sweating, tingling of extremities, unstable emotions, urinary problems, vomiting, weakness, weight gain, weight loss
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