A small number of patients may experience muscle pain or weakness, which could be due to muscle cell damage. If you experience severe muscle pain or weakness, especially when taking atorvastatin with other specific medications (such as fibrate lipid-lowering drugs, cyclosporine, clarithromycin, erythromycin, etc.), you should stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor.
Although rare, atorvastatin may cause elevated liver enzyme levels, which could be a sign of liver damage. Regular liver function tests can help monitor this side effect.
Some studies suggest that long-term use of statins may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. If you already have diabetes or risk factors for diabetes, close monitoring of blood sugar levels is essential.
A very small number of patients may develop a rash or other skin problems.
Some patients may experience digestive issues such as indigestion, stomach pain, or diarrhea.
Some patients may experience headaches or fatigue.
In very rare cases, statin medications may lead to vision problems.