Can Lipitor (atorvastatin) for cholesterol cause muscle pain?

Good evening,

Yes, this medication is a member of the statin family and can cause muscle weakness, pain and even greatly affect some people's ability to move. Is this the first time you have been prescribed a cholesterol medication?

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In this case, I recommend that you discuss it with your pharmacist or physician so that a change in medication or dose can be made.

Other medications in the same family may be more appropriate for you.

We look forward to seeing you,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist