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What Causes Dizziness After Taking Atorvastatin?

Hi--I ve eaten 1 grapefruit each of the last 2 days, just before taking atorvastatin. Today, I noticed substantial balance problems. Questions: 1. Should I be concerned? 2. What, if anything, can I do now, other than not eating any more grapefruit? Thanks.
posted on Fri, 26 May 2017
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Hello I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have had a drug interaction between atorvastatin and grapefruit.
It is not advisable to repeat the two together.You cannot do anything now , just wait and watch. If the symptoms persist then go to a nearest ER.
Hope you find my advice of some benefit.Good luck.
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What Causes Dizziness After Taking Atorvastatin?

Hello I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have had a drug interaction between atorvastatin and grapefruit. It is not advisable to repeat the two together.You cannot do anything now , just wait and watch. If the symptoms persist then go to a nearest ER. Hope you find my advice of some benefit.Good luck.