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ATORVASTATIN (LIPITOR) FOR HIGH CHOLESTEROL | What are the Side Effects?

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Has your doctor recently prescribed you Atorvastatin or Lipitor? In this video we are going to help you understand why your doctor likely prescribed this to you and who benefits most from taking it. More importantly we are going to go over the most common side effects that you may notice as well as some of the risks that taking his medication may bring.
Medication is not the only way that you should treat your cholesterol. Many times through lifestyle changes like diet and exercise you can make a big impact on controlling it. For some simple steps you can start with in your diet watch my video on how to approach weight loss:
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@stevejessehallman 2 года назад

You got to love it when they say that they aren't certain how something works but they think it works like this.

@TruzBtold Год назад

I was super fit, had normal cholesterol levels, and still had a heart attack. After having one stent, the cardiologist put me on Lipitor 80mg, then 40mg… but life has become worse for me. The heart attack, though it was a severe one, only hurt me for three days, but the medication they put me on making life harder for me for the last 4months. I’m gonna quit lipitor.

@irma562mart5 9 месяцев назад

How you been after not taking it? I also quit three days ago. I think I was leaving feeling worse taking those pills. I can’t even start walking normal because of those pills.

@cantstop.wontstop408 9 месяцев назад

Are you having bad rotator cuff pain? I just had a stent put in my heart also and I'm on 80 mg Lipitor and I'm having really bad rotator cuff issues

@cantstop.wontstop408 7 месяцев назад

From September two we're going into January and I'm still dealing with shoulder pains rotator cuff issues I've lost so much sleep I have to use Tiger Balm every night before I go to bed the doctors keep denying it they want me to do physical therapy nothing seems to work does it ever stop hurting

@jahanzebabrar2813 7 месяцев назад

I am 48 now, 3.5 years ago had a Heart attack. I never had Cholesterol, Diabetes or blood pressure. Used to be one of the fit man on earth. My life has completely changed now. Always feel palpitations. I am not able to sleep feel heart speed. The put 4 stents in my body. They put me on Atrovastatin. Metroproliln, lisoprilin Asprin, Ignore spelling error please. I became type one diabetes and going to towards type 2. It's all my family history of Heart attacks and diabetes and blood pressure. One thing to discuss info can be helpful for others. I had strong Migraine for the 30 years, every next day having migraine was my life However since I had stents and Heart attack my 30 had completely gone. There were three research people with migraine have chances for heart attack and strokes.

@MrPooponit 5 месяцев назад

Yes i am having rotor cuff pain.

@CVEIWKID 2 года назад

This stuff made me feel like I was 90 years old . It took a while for me to figure out it was the atorstaton

@walterlyons119 2 года назад

I love the saying “discuss it with your doctor. “ right!

@s.helenedavis615 2 года назад

Right, do most Dr.s take time or have time to discuss possible side affects??It all depends on the individual.It seems like if they tell you about side affects, they think you will automatically imagine having all the side affects! Psychosomatic ? Communication skills need to improve in the medical field.

@ibperson7765 2 года назад

Most doctors nowadays are massively compromised and misinformed.

@ibperson7765 2 года назад

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@paulinepress3024 10 месяцев назад

Can't get to see a doctor in England

@kaseycornflakes1234 5 месяцев назад

As long as your doctor is not just a pill dispenser!

@patrick8128 3 года назад

Best explanation I have heard in the past three years. Excellent presentation. Doctor.

@snatchbloock Год назад

Although your video covered a lot of ground, there is one very critical side affect you failed to discuss. I am a 77 year old male and have been on statins for about 10 years. Recently, I have been experiencing a condition known as myositis. After doing my do diligence, I have found medically based information linking statins to myositis. For the last 3 years, I have been to 5 doctors seeking diagnosis as to why my legs go numb but each doctor found nothing. According to the information I found, statins can lead to myositis, which can result in permanent damage to muscle tissue. I strongly recommend that anyone on statins pay close attention to their bodies and if abnormal muscle weakness or numbness randomly occur, STOP TAKING STATINS IMMEDIATLY. Consult with you doctors immediately because myositis can be forever and in some cases, fatal.

@maragrace820 Год назад

92% of men of statin will get a hip replaced at 62.

@captsorghum Год назад

@@maragrace820 Source?

@joyvaughan-watkins9902 18 дней назад

Wow, I haven't heard that before. That is shocking. These drugs should be banned.

@frankschrock4484 2 года назад

I developed sugar from Atorvastatin. 69 never had a sugar issue. Went to a heart guy and he put me on this. I told them I read that this drug can cause you sugar issues, of course they said no it doesn't. My Primary said yes it does and there are studies to prove it. Thank you to the Heart Center in Largo Fl.

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

Listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube it might help

@mrsstrawberryluv1 2 года назад

Thanks for posting this I'm definitely not taking this medication 🙃

@audreymorgan7787 7 месяцев назад

Every time you go to the doctor they never say something natural first they go to a pill

@rudfil 11 месяцев назад

I’ve been on 40 Atorvastatin for over 30 years, a few years ago I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. What a Double whammy, thanks Atorvastatin!!

@donaldm2582 9 месяцев назад

So atorvastatin caused it? Not your poor lifestyle choices?

@lilysmiles3195 23 дня назад

Was your diet healthy? Did you exercise? Sometimes your destined to get diabetes but blaming the statin

@robinkershen1054 3 месяца назад

I'm 62 and i've been taking 40 miligrams for years. I believe my short term memory has been affected greatly. I stopped it abruptly - I don't trust medicine as it might fix one thing, but will screw up something else.

@cynthiarice5147 3 года назад

Thanks Dr. Richardson, I love the way you explain these meds to us. You are very good. Some of the problems we tell the drs., they act like its all in your head, and we leave it at that! 😊

@randymiller2460 Год назад

One of the listed possible side effects of this statin is sudden onset type 2 diabetes. Others are cognitive decline (dementia), muscle pain and wasting, and brain bleeding.

@raychapman6014 Год назад

Heck with that. They sure as heck do not tell you about this, do they. That's way to many really bad side effects. This is big pharma keeping their business going making people sick on medication. And never telling you they did it, of course

@KimberlyAZ 9 месяцев назад

This is what happened to me. I got diagnosed with insulin resistance because of the statins. The cognitive decline and short term memory loss was terrifying. I was furious at myself without researching this statin's side effects. I stopped atorvastatin, but I am not completely free of its damage.

@geraldinekight7887 Год назад

Was on 40 mg of lipitor,got terrible muscle aches.Dropped down to 20 mg and was ok.

@marichristian1072 3 года назад

Even a low dose of Atorvastatin gave me nausea. I changed to Pravachol and have experienced no side effects. I'm glad my doctor was willing to let me experiment until I found the right statin for me. I have high triglycerides so I was a candidate. Coated fish oil capsules (1000mg) also help. Thank you for your presentation.

@onemercilessming1342 3 года назад

Krill oil is better, but expensive compared to fish oil. No had taste or aftertaste or fish burps, either.

@williamrbuchanan4153 3 года назад

Before 65, put on it , didn’t fake it got another same again. You are in charge of you with your DNA. I’m 85 nothing taken for cholesterol, had 2 heart stents.still active every day. I Believe, you are the Plascibo, if, you believe you are. Don’t believe, it’s your choice, DNA is US all on Earth living is.

@archimedesmaid3602 2 года назад

It is not LDL which causes problems. It is DAMAGED LDL. LDL damaged by our obsession with carbs/sugars, combined with no exercise. A better indicator is triglycerides. My TG is 43, my LDL 188, my HDL 73. I refuse to take lipitor. (Told my doctor where to put it!) Would rather die first. Am 70, and in amazing physical shape

@Dawghome Год назад

I love the inexpensive fish paste that Morrisons make the, Pilchard & tomato, as other supermarket ones a bit too fishy oily taste I don't like! I googled this question is fish paste (working class) and fish pàte (posh types), the same thing?, essentially yes..., they are!! 😀🏄

@kimla226 11 месяцев назад

@@Dawghomepl po

@factfulness-perleth7764 2 года назад

I suggest that this doctor, tries the high dose 80mg. on atorvastatin for 6 months. I have tried that, and now I understand, what it means for the body and brain, when you supresses the two most important enzymes. The enzymes are there for a reason. Took 10 million years to develope them. When supressing them, we are talking about toxication of your body. I dont care if I live 5, 8 or 10 years more. But I wont take the statins anymore. To me it simple. 6 months in Statin hell was simply not worth the benefits, if there were any at all, or its all just marketing.

@lovepeace9136 17 дней назад

Hi! Could you go in detail how it made you feel? They just put my mother on it and I'm way too worried

@tufelesakalia4636 3 года назад

Thanks doctor your advice is most welcome, God bless you and your family.

@fintan3563 3 года назад

I have been on Atorvastatin for years. Probably since I had two stints put into my arteries in 2010. I haven’t ever noticed side effects. No muscle pain. 💪💪💪

@corvus_corone706 3 года назад

What dose do you take ? 🤔

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

Listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube it might be helpful

@MrRop-yp3wt 2 года назад

I was put on it for 10 days

@maggieh6870 2 года назад

What dosage are you on

@maggieh6870 2 года назад

What dose are you on

@shantahsieh432 2 года назад

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@jchambers1191 2 года назад

I was looking for some support in my decision to stop taking my atorvastatin. I really appreciate the way you explained your opinion of the benefits and potential consequences of taking it. Thank you!

@Known-unknowns 2 года назад

I’ve been on Atorvastatin for two years since my heart attack. I get the muscle ache you refer too. I thought about stopping them but my dr didn’t recommend it. Having listened to this video I’ve decided to keep taking them. The Dr simply didn’t have the time to go into this much detail. I’ve made major changes in my diet which is why I contemplated dropping the statins. Unfortunately, family and friends who have had heart problems seem to be unable to change their diet. It’s a sad fact that most people are unable to eat differently. It’s simply beyond their mental strength. If they give it a go they just mess about at the edges. The answer is to change your environment otherwise you will fail.

@raewynrush6754 2 года назад

18 years ago I was recommended by my doctor to start Atorvastatins even though my cholesterol was only 5, I'm now 72 and have been told I have a low platelet count so I've stopped taking the statins and feel so much better , I now don't bruise so easily.

@vincentmckenna1755 2 года назад

After I had a stent fitted I was put on a 80mg dose even though my cholesterol level was 5 ,

@raewynrush6754 2 года назад

I had no other problems, when I got to a certain age my doctor said I should start taking them to prevent future problems. After 18 years I was diagnosed with low platelets which were dropping monthly, I did a lot of research and stopped the statins, my platelets have risen from 73 to 87 in six weeks and my cholesterol is only 4.

@vincentmckenna1755 2 года назад

@@raewynrush6754 keep well sir

@Bro.Erik.D.C.M. Год назад

I was told the same thing about my platelets , only started after taking atorvastatin

@Gumballs66 Год назад

Never should have started them. Cut the glucose out of your diet. Sugar and Bread.

@francescatimpano3470 3 года назад

My partner is experiencing memory loss from taking lipitor. I noticed this soon after be began taking it. At the time I was not smart enough to work it out. I mentioned his memory loss to his doctor at one stage and he just dismissed it. I will be his nurse when he ends up with dementia, therefore l will be his doctor now and take him off it with his acknowledgment of course. He is constantly complaining of brain fog. I have listened to enough honest doctors who have admitted that memory loss is a side affect of lipitor. ENOUGH poison thank you.

@angelaharris1112 3 года назад

I had same problem. I quit taking

@cynthiarice5147 3 года назад

Wow the memory lost is scary!!😳

@marilynhudson9879 3 года назад

I was on it for 2 months I am experiencing slight change in memory but I stopped taking it and I am getting better. I am controlling my Cholesterol with a plant based diet with walking 20 minutes daily. My numbers are coming down nicely. Never want this medication AGAIN.

@angelaharris1112 3 года назад

@@marilynhudson9879 I was too. I quit 6 months ago!

@locoemutwo4872 3 года назад

@@marilynhudson9879 ...me, too!

@ChristianChua Год назад

Thank you so much, as I have been worried about the side effects other videos are talking about. But comforting to know that the early medication that had these negative effects has been taken off the shelf.

@smzslider 2 года назад

This MD is a good communicator, specially how he uses his hands to talk 😁👍

@juanitahardy8583 3 года назад

I had every symptom listed and not muscle pain but loss of the use of my legs.....I took myself off because he wouldnt take me off it. My blood sugar normalized my BP normalized, my type 2 pre diabetes went away, 52 percent people on statins have type 2 diabetes symptoms that is not Small. These are dangerous drugs unless a person has had a heart attack. They are over used. Doctors need to do 100 percent blood analysis and gut biome analysis before prescribing any drug. That is due diligence. Functional medicine before drugs should be mandatory. . Our Big Pharma needs higher regulation on false studies and too high prices and perks to doctors to push these meds. Not buying this.

@Renagade6977 2 года назад

I stopped taking atorvastatin 20 mg after I tore my calf muscle while walking. The side effects are not worth the "benefits" of this drug. I don't like the way doctors try to scare you into taking these drugs saying you are going to get a heart attack or stroke. I now take a clove of garlic, teaspoon of black seed oil, and cinnamon tea with honey each day

@BirdandDiz1957 4 месяца назад

My total cholesterol is 184. LDL is 102. HDL at 67. Triglycerides at 65. I was on 10 mg for many years because of “family history”. The numbers I cited are my most recent ones and taken after I decided to take the med every other day. Now I’m down to one pill every 3 days. My doc is unhappy that I’m doing this. My “family history” has nothing to do with me. Previous generations of my family were obese and ate a terrible diet. I’m 5’10 and 155 pounds. I’m 67 years old. I exercise regularly (intense) and an avid hiker and biker. I eat healthy along with intermittent fasting. Now I’m closely monitoring my BP and since it’s been low I’m weaning my way off that med as well. I’m tired of the medical establishment treating symptoms (or proactively because of family history) with their pharmaceutical potions instead of fostering a healthier lifestyle.

@reythegreattt9576 3 года назад

I don't understand why I was placed on this medication when I was only at "borderline high cholesterol" and since than I've changed my diet and lifestyle and lost 100 lbs.

@ld5954 3 года назад

Rey The Greattt You were put on this medication because Doctors and pharmaceutical companies are making billions!!! It's that simple!

@bluebonnet6524 3 года назад

I have been asking my drs this for years.

@rudyferrell 3 года назад

Because your joints are going to start screwing up, and you will need more medication. Add infinitum

@yogeshsaxena2226 3 года назад

@aclau7 2 года назад

Talk to your doctor to have your cholesterol level recheck especially you loss wt., if it’s on normal level ask your MD to stop it.

@papalaz4444244 2 года назад

I had a 90% block to one artery in heart due to excessive cholesterol being created in my liver, not dietary. At 38yo. Needed a stent immediately. Although I get aches and pains and fatigued, I have to take 80mg atorvastatin, despite some side effects.

@2912radha Год назад

Supplement with coenzyme q10. See ur lipid profile it’s only the ldl which is bad.

@MzCR73 3 года назад

I've been taking this for a while and have had no problems. My cholesterol levels are back to normal, too!

@ginasmith5464 3 года назад

I just started n i was actually surprised I had high cholesterol. As a single mom with 4 kids whom are grown now and at 42 yrs old I need to be healthy for them . I also take astaxathin with my med , it improves heart damage and great for skin . So I wanna see what my results are in 30 days of taking both .

@MzCR73 3 года назад

@@ginasmith5464 ohhh?? I should ask about the other astaxathin. I'm not sure if my cholesterol has already damaged my heart, I hope not, but like you, I have 2 grown kids.. I'm 47.. much too young for heart troubles.. good luck with your trial. 🙏❤

@ginasmith5464 3 года назад

@@MzCR73 just look it up , it repairs damage to the heart , improves eyesight , and helps reverse sun damaged , after researching and changing up my life style . I wanted to see after 1 month if it helped me at all . I wish you the best of luck and lots of Heath .

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

@@ginasmith5464 listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube

@kauaireed9006 2 года назад

@@ginasmith5464 so did the atorvastatin help???

@ms.menchujavier6592 2 года назад

Other side effects depression, panic attack, insomnia, muscle weakness and many more.

@johnbriscoe5932 5 месяцев назад

Have made the informed decision to NOT take this statin drug (or others).

@YenDiki 3 года назад

AFTER 5 month of use, my left hand is almost completely paralyzed.....! but the doctor told me to go on with my medication... So, I had to stop the drug and change my doctor...!😎😁😁😁👍 No sugar and carbs (keto diet!) and there is no need for the statins any more... I my health improves now on a daily base...

@venusvives4519 3 года назад

Ūū6ī6. .

@Renagade6977 2 года назад

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

Listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube it might be helpful

@MaxV-s3b 8 дней назад

Heard cholesterol is not really bad. Even LDL and HDL

@greyhamlogan2255 3 года назад

My blood pressure is 140/80, I'm 71, my cholesterol is still with in the tolerance. I was prescribed 40ml/g. My arms, joints ache, I stopped taking it.

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

Listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube it might be helpful

@colinhunter7500 3 года назад

After 7 months of taking g this med I've limped for 2 of them including leg cramps my left knee and right elbow where the worst areas. I watch a lot of Netflix and I've noticed after watching program's I've found when there listed I cannot remember if I've watched until I recap .

@moorgoon Год назад

If my cholesterol levels have been lowered would it be advisable to lower the dosage of Astorvastatin?

@ajitashenoy2018 2 года назад

I am taking Atorvastatin 20mg for the last 20 years and had no side effects of what you mentioned.

@warriormanmaxx8991 Год назад

@Ajita Shenoy - Our RU-vid page has been waiting with bated breath on your Atorvastatin 20mg - no side effects - report.

@bubokeeper Год назад

may I ask how old you were when you started taking it? I loved one has just started on it and she's 62

@CarlaGarner-lp5lj Месяц назад

I could not pick up a gallon of milk with neither hand cause of arm pain took it 6 months stopped and 2weeks later no pain I don't take anything now

@ajitashenoy2018 Месяц назад

Sorry for the late reply. I started taking Atorvastatin when I was 53 years old. In the year 2018 I was 73 years old. Now in the year 2024 I am 79 years old. So far I have no problems of any kind from Atorvastatin. My LDL is around 60.

@CarlaGarner-lp5lj Месяц назад

@@ajitashenoy2018 so happy for you 👍 hang in there

@The_R_Vid 4 года назад

Looking forward to the lifestyle and diet changes video to combat cholesterol.

@ErikRichardsonDO 3 года назад

Next week should have it done

@lessehead 3 года назад

Most high cholesterol is hereditary, so lifestyle and diet changes don’t do squat.

@blancagonzalez2002 23 дня назад

was on a healthy diet, walking for a year or so to help my pre-diabetes, my sugar went down, cholesterol numbers high, no win-win🤔

@963ag 3 года назад

I have heard of many serious side effects with atorovastin. Of course for those who have significant high cholesterol, or are at risk for a heart attack or stroke the benefits outweigh the risks. For others, who can control their high cholesterol through diet and exercise - it may be better to be weaned off of it.

@Renagade6977 2 года назад

@bannertraveller5879 2 года назад

I was on simvistatin for 10 years but now suddenly doctor says it's not keeping my cholesterol low enough so he put me on 20mg of Atorvastin. Few days later I have muscle pain in my left bicep then few days after that my other arm and now both my thighs feel like Ive worked out too much but haven't worked out at all. Somethings I can barely lift and i"m in my mid 50's. Question for doctor. My heart is a muscle to right? So if it's damaging my leg and arm muscles isn't it damaging my heart as well? this is bull crap

@benitopacaoan852 2 года назад

@@Renagade6977 m

@Molly-cl5pd 2 года назад

@@Renagade6977 hi, i found your comment I also had to stop. What is black seed oil? Thank you in advance!

@user-ti7gm2ug9r 8 месяцев назад

I had same problem my muscle at the back of my knee aches it is worse when Ive been sitting

@suzypos4571 2 года назад

I asked my doctor to put me on a non statin cholesterol medicine..he said there were none. I had very bad side effects with a past one. He now has put me on lipitor and the side effects are horrible. Luckily I am finally getting my new Dr to listen to me.

@davidwilliams4865 5 месяцев назад

Nattokinase

@CarlaGarner-lp5lj Месяц назад

There is cause I took it but I couldn't take it cause of side effects

@ED-zc2um 11 месяцев назад

Thank you. This is the first piece of independent guidance that is credible, measured and delivered professionally.

@TWK421 2 года назад

My muscle and joint pain became unbearable to the point where I had to stop taking it.

@mariselamonterroza6882 Год назад

My husband was prescribed 80mgs after he had a mild heart attack, he stoped taking it after 2 weeks . he was having a lots of pain in his hips and back and pain in his liver, blurrie vision and feeling very tired. they want him to have a bypass heart surgery but my husband refused, now he is just eating a lots of vegetables , salmon and beans. Walking an hour every day and our God is our healer.

@ameenzakariya Год назад

Generally Physicians give a little attention when prescribing such medicine. Information is useful for those who

@roshnishah980 10 месяцев назад

This was more informative As I had developed knee pain and I do not have colistrole still due to the stroke. Dr gave me those medicines 💊

@georgeblackley6028 2 месяца назад

I stopped taking simvastatin after 23 years because of the chronic heartburn. Much better, very quickly. when I stopped. Would rather risk cardiac events than esophageal cancer.

@bryanfleming2739 2 года назад

Severe tinnitus Brain fog Memory lapses Ocular headaches Sore muscles and joints Fatigue All of this went away when I stopped taking this drug. I’ll take the heart attack over being in a useless existence.

@elainer8288 Год назад

How long did you take it for?

@bryanfleming2739 Год назад

18 months. I stopped it to see if in fact it was causing these problems. A little over two weeks later I started feeling normal. Now five months later I’m back to complete normal

@paulmech2262 Год назад

@Bryan Fleming you were taking Atorvastatin? It has me messed up, terrible joint pain. Heart Dr tells me that Im at 5% risk of another stroke if I stop taking it. and I might not be as lucky next time.

@mels.3750 Год назад

@@paulmech2262 5%. So that means there's a 95% chance that you won't have a stroke. These doctors. SMH. I think it's all CYA.

@fredwinter850 8 месяцев назад

Atorvastatin caused major problems with my memory. Do not recommend this drug at all, too many side effects.

@zenakassab5455 3 года назад

Thank you for this my husband takes this 🙏

@9842-k3u 3 года назад

I quit taking this when I got Laryngeal voice box cancer. And it was good I did,my white blood count was really good cause I stopped it. Muscle cramps stopped too. I have been given 14 scripts for my problems. Feel better without all the meds. Only use my inhaler for the most part

@tailzzzzz 2 года назад

Look up my cancer story rocks (together). Man fixed his. Have to be careful how I word this.

@sylviahaik6303 2 года назад

Thank you for your warning about Atorvastatin. I managed to change to Simvastatin. I shall be grateful if you will please let me know if there are any side-effects as I have been taking the following medicines for a long time and I feel my limbs are beginning to go numb and affecting my gait. The following were prescribed to me for my Type 2 Diabetes and I have a stent in my artery. I take one of each daily: Amiodipine 5 mg Aspirin 75 mg Bisaoprolol 2.5 mg Lansoprazole 15 mg Levothyroxine Sodium 25 mg Linaagliptin 5 mg Simvastatin 20 mg Thank you Sylvia

@musicaflowerchild5540 3 года назад

This stuff has my skin itching so badly, I feel like I want to claw it off. I have scratched till I draw blood. I stopped taking it for my sanity and my skin's sake.

@mrsstrawberryluv1 2 месяца назад

It mess up my brother skin bad now it's messing up my husband

@cindylandry7856 2 года назад

Atorvastin caused my husband extreme personality changes. I found more similar nightmares. There is finally a study about this drug affecting personalities.

@patriciaoreilly8907 2 года назад

Atorvastin caused me severe muscle leg pain I could not walk 😫 I did my own investigation it was the tablet. Know many people who also suffered you say talk to your Doctor does not have a clue as we are the guinea pig ,stopped taking the tablet after a,few weeks muscle pain has gone also memory fog got better 😀

@Bro.Erik.D.C.M. Год назад

Me too

@Bro.Erik.D.C.M. Год назад

@@patriciaoreilly8907 me too

@deanwitt7903 Месяц назад

@@patriciaoreilly8907me too .

@Namratiug Год назад

I read that statin drugs can lead to diabetes?

@MindBodySoulOk 8 месяцев назад

Lipitor rage is real

@Meeshrick 4 года назад

Questions: Why do you feel Atorvastatin is superior to simvastatin with ezetimibe? I've had much better results with 10/10 dose of generic vytorin then I had with 40 mg of Atorvastarin.

@ErikRichardsonDO 4 года назад

Thanks for the question. I really didn't address ezetimibe or state that one is superior than another. Overall most people do very well with just statins and are still the standard of care in most cases. They are still better studied and the end cardiovascular benefits have been well established. Ezetimibe itself isn't as powerful and doesn't have the same cardiovascular data behind it alone, but combined with simvastatin has shown to be effective in decreasing risk of CV disease. It can be a great adjunct and can help some people achieve LDL goals when they aren't tolerating higher doses of statins. Now that vytorin has gone generic it is another tool that we have to use. Glad it's working for you and thanks for watching!

@Meeshrick 4 года назад

Erik Richardson D.O. Thank you for your wise words and quick reply.

@carmelitang8003 3 года назад

@@ErikRichardsonDO o

@Renagade6977 2 года назад

@leilaniroach1680 2 года назад

Did the Lipitor cause the calf muscle ? I was told by my doctor to get on Lipitor

@tailzzzzz 2 года назад

Do you cook the garlic clove? I've tried eating one raw, and it burned.

@Healthliving1967 9 месяцев назад

I’m only 55 and I have slightly elevated cholesterol levels,doctor put me on 20 mg astorvastin and within 5 weeks of taking it I started getting light headed ever time I bent over,muscle and joint pain,nausea,and a craving for alcohol and I’m not a drinker ! Screw this medication,I stopped taking it 3 days ago and all symptoms have gone ! I’m seeing my doctor next week and I’m telling him I’m not taking this medication no more. Horrible stuff.

@ericlarue8010 2 года назад

The term 'increased risk' doesn't give us anything to quantify with. How much increased? You need to give quantifiable statistics that we can evaluate.

@btomas225 9 месяцев назад

What about the depletion or lessening of the male hormone, testosterone?

@sunshyne07fl80 2 года назад

I took it for a month and got a large black bruise on my back ( it’s still there after 3 years) then I started getting these red blood spots about the size of a mole all over my body under my skin..I threw them out and the red spots went away after 2-3 weeks but I still have the bruise on my back

@manijeh9843 Год назад

Horrible medication… made me very sick. I am stopping today. I am having memory issues, constantly nauseous and lightheaded.

@MindBodySoulOk 8 месяцев назад

Lipitor rage

@elkrenew 3 года назад

Thank you it was meant for me to hear this message.

@deanwitt7903 Месяц назад

I stopped it after 6 months . I’ve taken control of my diet , cut out a 90 percent of the sugars and refined carbohydrates, am exercising more and all ready feel better . From my research it’s best to control triglycerides that cause inflammation and the ldl cholesterol will be reduced . I don’t drink , don’t smoke . I feel the doctor put me on these things without telling me of the side effects . Do your own research folks .

@nicolasbouyiouclis4726 Год назад

Doctor to much wishy-washy talk with a lot of half info and back and forth... You are mixing all info and your emphasis on the high noted points are on the positive side of this poison.. one can think that your presentation you just gave us was prepared by lowers on the pharmaceutical's payroll.. Sorry doc...

@ellyross7082 7 месяцев назад

Unfortunately Lipitor has food restrictions that that Crestor doesn't. With Lipitor, you can't have grapefruit juice or the fruit. With Crestor you may have both. Also with Lipitor higher doses, like 20 mgs, you have weird nightmares, with Crestor, not so much. We know a lot of people, including my husband n myself, whom have switched. Elly 🇨🇦

@kaseycornflakes1234 5 месяцев назад

Other videos cite more chance of getting diabetes - 25% more chance! That is a large percentage!

@GianniVitucci 2 года назад

Please Dr look into the research deeper and more thoroughly before giving advice that Cholesterol medication can stop heart attacks when the literature has shown, in addition to the conflicts of interest, that they really have insignificant real benefit however side effects are understated! Dr Jason Fung, Mason, Noakes etc have some great talks on this subject.

@michaelchristian1343 3 года назад

I was taking 40 mg and it helped take the pain from arthritis hands .

@marymaddox1684 3 года назад

Rub in castor oil and neem oil . Get some Moringa also.

@meenakshirawat1618 2 года назад

Listen to Dr Nadir Ali on utube it might be helpful

@claudinecherizier1726 Год назад

I'm also taking 40 MG too.

@johnlangdon5843 3 года назад

Professor Sultan, World head of cardiology elected in 2018, 'High Cholesterol' is not a Heart Risk. D.r Kendrick/Dr. Mercola/Dr. Aseem Malhotral. It is inflammation in your coronary arteries that cause plaque to form. A cholesterol check for the lipid analysis will show if you have the part B evident which is a sign of 'Heart Risk' The Japanese have the highest cholesterol readings but the lowest incidence of heart events, why?

@uaebifvideo5472 3 года назад

Add Dr Nadir Ali !!👍

@RetroMusicMan369 3 года назад

High cholesterol = healthy Low cholesterol = sickly Check it out for yourself Cholesterol is made by your body for a reason...to keep you healthy

@zarabees2123 3 года назад

@@RetroMusicMan369 please let me know if that is true & where did you get that information from. With thanks

@tailzzzzz 2 года назад

Inflammation from the oral bacteria that entered your bloodstream. Instead of treating the infections, they tell you to floss, brush twice a day, see your dentist regularly. There's a link between gum disease and heart disease. Isn't the link pretty obvious. Plaque is the way bacteria avoid detection from the immune system.

@JohnBdog 11 месяцев назад

Note this guy talks like a statin salesman, but unlike most salesmen, he leaves you with the responsibility to educate yourself on the dangers of statins. He should have also noted that the real statistics, at best, indicate that you may live 4 days longer if you take statins vs not taking statins. No Thank You Doc.

@h.h.1266 2 года назад

Thanks for the detailed explanation, doc! I took 10mg Crestor first time today and experienced dizziness and confusion that lasted for half hour then went away. Is that normal for first time users?

@irma562mart5 9 месяцев назад

@glendamarie671I have the same problem o stop taking Lipitor. This was just not normal after two months of having my hands like that.

@agnessymon8869 3 года назад

I had the muscle pain and was told to take Co Q 10 while taking statins. The muscle pain went away.

@athomewithmelissa 3 года назад

How many milligrams of COQ10?

@59plexi 3 года назад

was it in your legs?

@freemind9734 3 года назад

Your body naturally produces CoQ10 enzymes which helps to protect the Heart, Statins impede the production of CoQ10. There is very little gain as opposed to the risks of Statins.

@agnessymon8869 3 года назад

@@59plexi yes

@agnessymon8869 3 года назад

@@59plexi yes

@jesusislord27 Год назад

3 words: Standard of Care.

@ofeliaaquino5093 3 года назад

I STOP TAKING ATORVASTATIN BCAUSE I CAN'T SLEEP. THANKS FOR GREAT , GREAT INFORMATION!!!

@WooWooGirl 10 месяцев назад

I was put on Atorvastatin a year ago...because my cholesterol was borderline high. My doctor blamed it on my vaping nicotine. I had quit smoking cigarettes about 4 years ago. He gave me the choice to quit vaping or go on IT. From the moment I got on IT...constipation was a constant problem. The only change in my routine was adding that drug. I quite vaping January 2023...and my cholesterol is perfect...per doctor. It may be quitting the vape and not the drug...that is responsible for that improvement. I cannot find that "problem" listed above as a side effect ANYWHERE. Has anyone else on this drug suffered with this side effect? I am going to talk with my doctor about weaning myself off it. I haven't done it yet...because I will admit my diet isn't exactly the healthiest around. I like my sweets and I like my junk food...but have cut down some. My husband is a type 2 diabetic and has been for a long time. I see what he deals with...AND I CERTAINLY DO NOT WANT IT.

@mustardseedoffaith7481 3 года назад

I had a blood clot in my spleen and my doctor wants me to take lipitor but I'm afraid of side effects.

@youtubeyoungestgrandmastor4523 3 года назад

Just take it blood clots are bad

@mustardseedoffaith7481 3 года назад

@@youtubeyoungestgrandmastor4523 no no, Have you seen a Dr David Diamond lecture on fat/ cholesterol/statvins? Or even Dr Ken D Berry? Thank you for your caring though.

@vapeking466 3 года назад

Baby aspirin one daily will prevent blood clots.

@MA-xm1bv 2 года назад

Pfizer patented Lipitor… I stopped taking it, caused severe joints pain and awful heartburn. My mom took it for 20 years, she got diabetes and liver cancer.

@gustavoquintero6666 2 года назад

This medication cause a lot of joint and pain muscles; the most frightening thing was when I started discharging blood like if it was urine. After blood analysis, it was determined that my Alt levels were very elevated. Second time I tried this medication and will never use it again.

@alancollins6377 Год назад

I take these meds i had a Tia attack i had a stroke in 2016 i feel tired every day

@Coneman3 Год назад

“I don’t want to get into the details” lol, I bet you don’t! Wonder why?!

@gerryallen1764 3 года назад

After being on Lipitor for 10 years, with good results, I suddenly had a itch rash appear over my whole body. It would last 3or4 weeks and disappear for 2 or 3 weeks. Mine was discovered to process of elimination with other drugs and biopsies. Clear now for 4 months.

@janicesmith1956 3 года назад

Our drs have most of us on these tablets. I have them in the mornings now. I was awake for hours at night when I was taking amytriptiline at same time. So taking them in morning am back sleeping again. I do have pain in my knees though. My cholesterol is not overly high. I worry re all the pills I take blood pressure pills too. Been on them since age 21. My grandad had same issues.

@goofyfootfour1seven739 2 года назад

You say, Trouble sleeping? I recently been having sleeping problems. More like anxiety and scared to go to bed. We're you having these issues as well?

@edwardbliss8931 3 года назад

You know you're getting old when your cardiologist prescribed this

@romanmoralesqb1 8 месяцев назад

How is it it necessary for diabetics with high cholesterol but also can cause diabetes as a side effect for those that don’t have it ? Hmm

@johanonvlee9546 Год назад

How much did they pay you?

@shanitapeppers116 3 месяца назад

Right

@claytonhubbard612 3 месяца назад

So what I would like to know, are the side effects something that might happen or that absolutely does happen every single time that every time somebody takes them?? Tell us like it really is William

@SnowFoxParty 3 года назад

My cholesterol levels are high due to family history will this work? Because I read about some side effects like UTI and liver damage which sounds worse than high cholesterol

@lessehead 3 года назад

These are rare side effects from statins. I have been on atorvastatin for yrs and have never had them. The very real side effect of untreated high cholesterol is death by heart attack or stroke. You decide. If you take the supplement CoQ10, you won’t have muscle cramps.

@SnowFoxParty 3 года назад

@@lessehead I've been taking Cholest Off and my LDL went from 191 to 141. So I'm good.

@key948 2 года назад

I got incredible skin irritation/ sensitivity, whilst on atorvastatin, which meant I couldn't go near any pets or their owners, as soon as i stopped taking the medication it went away. Sometimes these drug companies seem to think that providing long lists of side effects is their get out of jail card from any potential litigation. Perhaps time to rethink on methods of reporting side effects

@texasrider5621 2 года назад

The real question is why do you have high cholesterol is it because it’s trying to repair something or is it something else

@dwbush777 2 года назад

Do you have to continue with Atorvastatin for the rest of your life once you start it for high cholesterol? Just curious to know.

@archimedesmaid3602 2 года назад

Probably shouldnt have started in the first place. Ldl is a most necessary part of your body. It is DAMAGED LDL which is harmful, not LDL. This damage is caused by our insane fascination with simple carbohydrates, and lack of exercise. Lack of exercise being the greatest cause An indication you might be doing this to yourself might be high triglycerides, not high LDL. If your LDL were properly analyzed for its type, one can also determined whether it is damaged. but doctors seldom order this test. Lol. Another might be that big ol' "spare tire" around your middle Your doctor isnt about your health, he is about your sickness. Start to take care of your health, and you wont need him to try to take care of your sickness with these weird, alarming, and destructive concoctions. It is NOT your doctors fault. He should attend to his own health, you should attend to yours. When he sees you he sees someone who isnt attending to his health, so what is he supposed to do? He gives you drugs which you dont need. ATTEND TO YOUR HEALTH, YOU KNOW WHATS GOOD FOR YOU AND WHATS BAD FOR YOU. The ball is in your court, not your doctors. Start by putting aside that "smart"phone for just 1.5 hours each day and hiking 6 miles as fast as you can. Or every other day, OR WHATEVER, JUST DO IT, for gosh sake. (How many hours did you have that phone on your face today????) Also, start eating to live, not eating to entertain yourself.

@dwbush777 2 года назад

@@archimedesmaid3602 Thank you! LOL. You are right on point with your reply. I have always been in good shape. During the pandemic, I ate foods I’d never normally eat. I rarely exercised and I gained way to much weight! When I went for my annual physical exam and found out that I had high cholesterol, I immediately lost 20lbs (now 169 lbs). I did this by going on the Mediterranean Diet (cut out most carbs, dairy and NO snacks or sweets), walking 4-8 miles everyday! Then I started riding a bicycle 14-24 miles every other day. I’m continuing to exercise, walk and ride my bicycle. My waist is 32” (I’m 5’9”). After 3 months, my triglycerides increased! So when my doctor wanted me to start the statin, I decided not to, and explained to her that I’d continue the life-styles for another 3 months. I’m hoping with change in diet and rigorous daily exercise, that my numbers are better in December. Wish me luck, and thanks again for your answer! Much appreciated.

@marisavillareal5414 2 года назад

i am on that meds for quite a long time but recently i just stop it now for nearly 3 years now . thanks for your info.

@karenm3710 3 года назад

I have chronic migraines, which have gotten a lot worse since I've been on Atorvastatin. I've been on this prescription for about 4 months. I was never told by my doctor about this side effect! I should never have been prescribed this!! Should I stop this medication? Thanks!

@unknownuser2737 3 года назад

I don't know where you get your meds, mine comes from CVS Pharmacy, and they always include a pamphlet that tells you everything about the medicine even the side effects why do you rely on your doctor do your own homework. Whenever I pick up my meds they always ask me do you have any questions for the pharmacist?

@Renagade6977 2 года назад

@chrisgorgas1929 2 года назад

I had my gallbladder removed about twenty years ago. Would that have any effect on how statins work?

@AN-jz3px 3 года назад

I am 35, broke my rib doing Jiu Jitsu and found out I have some plaque starting (Score 70). I was put on a statin but my lipid panel looks fantastic. I had to stop, it was makign me so tired and ruining my gym gains. I'm sorry - maybe later on in life, but I need as much Cholesterol to make Testosterone :)

@dpcsfecmcc2679 2 года назад

I had a heart attack two weeks ago. I was put on blood thinners and statin. I asked was my cholesterol high and they told me no. I asked why am I getting put on it. I was told it was to stop blood clots getting bigger. I stopped this drug.

@wilshirewarrior2783 3 года назад

I have had high total cholesterol (just below 300) and unhealthy HDL/LDL ratio for a long time. I did not tolerate any of the statins and my MD was not enthusiastic about them anyway especially for seniors. Two months ago I started REPATHA which is an injected cholesterol medication and my first blood test had my total number at 150 and my ratio had improved 100%. The injection is very easy with the incapsulated syringe and unexposed needle the process takes 15 seconds every 2 weeks. I encourage you to mention REPATHA to your doctor if you have high cholesterol. Back to the statin subject..none of them helped my cholesterol numbers dramatically anyway.

@elsacayton5004 2 года назад

@maryloujickain7286 2 года назад

I take 5 days onyl the arvastatin because of my bone one i have gallstone shoul i continue i have osteoporriosis

@jfhoward8264 3 года назад

Is it true that some people naturally run safely with a high cholestrol level up around 250 to 300 throughout their entire life without any artery or heart problems?

@zombieapocalypse3837 3 года назад

For more information you might want to read The Big Fat Surprise by Nina Teicholz.

@bartrobinson2103 3 года назад

@@zombieapocalypse3837 An excellent book

@liliansantiago5176 2 года назад

Thank you,for let it Knowles about this medicine,is very important and necesary to know.

@toonarmy8524 2 года назад

i have taken it for years and no side effects.

@maragrace820 Год назад

you will get your hip replaced when you realize how toxic it is. ….. good luck

@brunojones2308 9 месяцев назад

About a mth ago my doc. Up my from 10 to 20. I got major brain fog and forgetfulness. I went down on 10 and wow brain fog gone. I go to the doc in a few days. And will talk to him about this.

@Ladybug-qg9kf 4 года назад

Great info - thank you!

@Maverick154 2 года назад

Really good video. Very clear and informative

@brentkuehne435 2 года назад

If you are active you have about a 35% chance of developing debilitating myalgia. I have tried every Statin under the sun and lipitor is the worst. Statin use has been declining for years, but there seems to be a new push by the drug companies as of late. Don't take this stuff unless you absolutely have to.

@donaldm2582 9 месяцев назад

Where do you get this percentage?

@carltonhinote2247 4 месяца назад

I’m also on this drug , I had well I don’t know what it’s called, but I had a major blood clot in my right leg . It was very severe. 4 hours in surgery and 2 days in intensive care and another 2 days before being discharged . My doctor is a vascular doctor and he put me on this along with xarelto. I’m 68 years old and in pretty good health , I’ve actually come out of retirement and am working a project for the power company, it’s just a 3 month outage job , but I’m up at 5:30 and am working 50 hours week at a Power plant as a electrician . One of the regular employees at work was talking about the bad side effects from this drug . I haven’t experienced any of the side effects but I dam sure don’t want to get brain fog or dementia, so I’ve stopped taking it , end of long story