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NHS warning to key group to avoid popular cholesterol drug atorvastatin
The NHS advises 7 to 8 million UK adults on atorvastatin risks, highlighting when to seek urgent care for serious side effects like muscle breakdown and liver issues.
- Atorvastatin, an anti-cholesterol medication, can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease but may cause side effects such as muscle pain, jaundice, and allergic reactions.
- The NHS advises pregnant women and those trying to conceive not to take atorvastatin due to potential risks to the fetus and warns of additional risks for people with certain medical conditions.
- Common side effects of atorvastatin include nausea, headaches, and digestive issues, while more severe reactions require seeking immediate medical attention.
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NHS details important Atorvastatin advice as millions take cholesterol medication - Birmingham Live
The NHS has detailed important advice about Atorvastatin side effects, including when to seek emergency help, though most patients handle the cholesterol medication well.
·Birmingham, United Kingdom
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NHS warning to people on Atorvastatin anti-cholesterol medication
There are some occasions the NHS says people should call 101 - and it also issued an alert over a drink
·Gloucester, United Kingdom
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