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Statin side effects — muscle pain

  • Asked by Anonymous
  • 2025-06-03
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  • 1 min read
I started atorvastatin 20 mg three months ago. My LDL dropped beautifully but my thighs ache constantly. My doctor says to push through. Is this normal or should I switch statins? Are there alternatives if all statins cause this for me?
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