- Do not stop atorvastatin suddenly without medical advice
- Seek immediate care for severe muscle pain, dark urine, or extreme weakness
- Benefits often outweigh risks, but treatment should be individualized
When to Talk to Your Doctor
- Side effects interfere with daily life
- Symptoms worsen over time
- You are considering dose changes or alternatives
If you want, I can also:
- Compare atorvastatin vs other statins
- Explain which side effects are reversible
- Provide questions to ask your doctor
- Create a simplified checklist version
Just tell me.
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