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Should I Consult My Doctor For Appetite Loss, Insomnia And Headache While On Atorvastatin?
I have been on 20mg. Atorvastain for several years. i am 77 and have been experiencing loss of appetite, sleepless and occasional muscle tiredness plus occasional headache. While I am 77 I have been very active but find I need to take a couple weeks f naps everyday. I read the book the lipitor effect. Wondering if I should go discuss this with my doctor.
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Hi,
Atorvastatin can cause headache; insomnia but unlikley to cause such symptoms after years of use. You can try reducing the dosage and maintain the dose.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. T.K. Biswas
Atorvastatin can cause headache; insomnia but unlikley to cause such symptoms after years of use. You can try reducing the dosage and maintain the dose.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. T.K. Biswas
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