Atorvastatin (cont.)

What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Atorvastatin (Lipitor)?

Side effects of atorvastatin include:

• Gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea
• Cold symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose
• Joint pain
• Insomnia
• Urinary tract infection
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Indigestion symptoms such as stomach discomfort or pain
• Increased transaminases
• Muscle spasms with or without pain
• Musculoskeletal pain (pain that affects the muscles, ligaments, tendons bones, land joints
• Muscle pain
• Limb pain
• Mouth and throat pain
• Chest pain (angina)
• Lightheadedness and fainting
• Shortness of breath or other breathing problems
• Muscle weakness or loss of muscle strength
• Muscle ache
• Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• Muscle inflammation, with or without pain

The information contained in this document does not contain all possible side effects and other side effects or problems may occur as result of using this medicine. Check with your doctor for additional medical information about side effects or other health concerns. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any unusual or troublesome symptoms to include significant weight loss or gain, dark urine, fever or fatigue.