What Causes Severe Pain In Biceps While On Crestor?

Posted on Mon, 22 Feb 2016

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Question : I've been on Crestor 10 mg for two weeks. I have intermittent severe stabbing pain in my biceps , feel very hyper and I can't sleep.
Is there anything I can do besides stop taking it?
Since I only took it 4 two weeks, should these symptoms subside quickly?

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
These are recognized side effects of Crestor.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this pain that you have reported. This is typical of drugs like crestor and it is well documented. Stopping is the easier way out but doesn't correct the the problem for which it was prescribed: High cholesterol. Fortunately, these symptoms lessen with continued consumption. I will rather suggest that you exercise patience and carry on. In the interim, drink much fluids and take Tylenol for pain relief. If within another 2weeks there is no remarkable improvement, at that time I will suggest that you go ahead and talk to your doctor about the possibility of switching.

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