Drug interactions
Your risk of experiencing severe muscle problems may increase if you use certain types of medications with atorvastatin. To avoid severe drug interactions, let your doctor know if you are using any of these medications:
- Other cholesterol-lowering medication
- Medicine to treat hepatitis C or HIV.
- Antibiotic or antifungal medicine
- Medicine to prevent organ transplant rejection
- Birth control pills
- Heart medication
Conclusion
Atorvastatin is a prescribed medication used to lower the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. It is combined with a diet plan to boost its effectiveness. It can lead to several side effects, including allergic reactions, diarrhea, hives, muscle weakness, and many more. The drug should always be used as prescribed by your doctor.
References
[1] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/kidney-disease/
[2] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/diabetes
[3] https://www.healthline.com/health/common-thyroid-disorders
[4] https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/epilepsy/types-of-seizures
[5] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21156-low-blood-pressure-hypotension
[6] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4108-diarrhea