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Can I Take Statin 20 Mgs Instead Of 40mgs As I Am Experiencing A Spinning Feeling When I Get Up From My Bed?
my doctor increased my statin from 20 mgs to 40mgs 90 days ago and about 1 month ago i started feeling a spinning feeling when I get up out of bed and when i get up after bench pressing or doing sit ups// I also row 6 miles three times a week and it does not happen can i go back to 20 mgs?
Sat, 18 Jan 2014
Dear Friend.
Welcome to HCM.
Before commenting on dose you should take I would like to know your medical history and lipid profile.
The symptoms you are describing are unlikely to be due to statins. Most common adverse effects of statins are myalgia's and liver dysfunction.
The symptoms you are describing can be because of fluctuation in your blood pressure if you are hypertensive.
Get your blood pressure checked and discuss my opinion with your doctor.
Good luck.
Welcome to HCM.
Before commenting on dose you should take I would like to know your medical history and lipid profile.
The symptoms you are describing are unlikely to be due to statins. Most common adverse effects of statins are myalgia's and liver dysfunction.
The symptoms you are describing can be because of fluctuation in your blood pressure if you are hypertensive.
Get your blood pressure checked and discuss my opinion with your doctor.
Good luck.
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