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Lipitor and other Statin cholesterol lowering medications have a risk of causing rhabdomyolosis (muscle pain). Scientists have made their best guess that this is because of a deficiency of CoQ10. It is a "dietary supplement" that can't hurt you but may help.
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What is the CQ10 dose if on Lipitor?
CoQ10 can be dosed the same, whether you are on Lipitor or not.
Can you take Aspirin and Lipitor together?
CAN YOU TAKE LIPITOR AND CARDIZEM TOGETHER?
Does Lipitor cause constipation?
I believe it does. It is listed as an adverse side effect. My system slowed down since I've been taking Lipitor. Fiber tablets didn't seem to help. I just started to take CoQ10 to replenish what was lost from the statin use. I've noticed that I have become much more regular since I've been taking it.
How long does lopitor stay in your system?
You take every day lipitor, to level concentration of lipitor, you must take lipitor (same dosage) same time every day. I would say that lipitor stay about 24 hours in your bloodstream.
Can you take the medicine instead of lipitor and have the same effect?
Unless you tell the NAME of the medicine you want to take instead of Lipitor, no one can answer your question.
Can you take fish oil with lipitor?
yes
Can you take probiotic while taking lipitor?
Yes but don't take them at the same time but separate at least 2 hours bt them
Who should not take Lipitor?
You know the phrase� "Women who are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant should not take Lipitor as it could be harmful to your unborn baby." Avoid drinking high cholesterol foods and drinking alcohol when on Lipitor. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may negatively interact with Lipitor and lead to potentially dangerous effects. If you are breastfeeding you should not take it because it can pass to your child. If you have liver problems you should not take it either. Be cautious if you are allergic to Lipitpor
Can I replenish lost CoQ10 from changing my diet?
CoQ10 is a new fad but it has been proven that it is actually not healthy for anyone to take. Overt time it can harm your body and may damage your vital organs.
Where can you buy COQ10?
You can buy CoQ10 supplements at supermarkets and health stores. You can also purchase supplements like CoQ10 Matrix online. There are two forms of CoQ10 available in the market-ubiquinone and ubiquinol. The ubiquinol form of CoQ10 is the most bio-available and is eight times more active than ubiquinone. CoQ10 helps to slow down the aging process and supports the production of energy in the body. About 95 percent of the body's energy is produced with the help of CoQ10. CoQ10 also supports healthy functions of the heart, brain and liver. High levels of CoQ10 are concentrated in these organs as they require the most energy.
Will 10mg of Lipitor along with diet bring cholesterol down form 267 to 200?
Lipitor, along with diet, can reduce cholesterol levels for many patients. However, individual results will vary. You should only take Lipitor under the supervision of a doctor, especially because in rare cases Lipitor can have serious or even fatal side effects.
Do i have to take lipitor tablets if i dont want to?
No. Unless of course you have no choice. Sometimes that is the case
