Anyone take Crestor?

[luvwinnie]

Any negative side effects?

 

[luvwinnie]

bump bump

 

[Simba's Mom]

DH takes it. He's taken it for 2 years, at that time the doctor switched him from Lipitor, only because the doctor decided it would probably be better for DH (BTW, the doctor also takes Crestor). No side effects, unless you count the fact that at DH's last cholesterol check, he had the lowest cholesterol ever. At one time, it was over 380, now it's below 190.

 

[luvwinnie]

Thanks. THREE of my doctors take it also.

 

[Tigger_Magic]

From Webmd re: Crestor:

This drug may infrequently cause muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (which can rarely lead to a very serious condition called rhabdomyolysis). Seek immediate medical attention if you develop these muscle problems (especially with fever or unusual tiredness).

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: yellowing eyes and skin, dark urine, stomach/abdominal pain, severe nausea, vomiting, fatigue, change in the amount of urine.

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.