Lipitor is a medication used to treat high cholesterol, and it is possible to experience muscle pain as a side effect of taking this medication. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology [3], muscle pain is a common side effect of statin medications like Lipitor. In fact, up to 10% of people who take statins may experience muscle pain or weakness.
While there is no specific research on the interaction between Lipitor and yoga, some studies suggest that yoga may help alleviate muscle pain and improve overall physical function [2]. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Pain Research [2] found that yoga was effective in reducing chronic pain and improving physical function in people with fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by widespread muscle pain.
If you are experiencing muscle pain while taking Lipitor, it is important to talk to your doctor. Your doctor may recommend adjusting your dosage or trying a different medication. Additionally, incorporating gentle yoga poses into your routine may help alleviate muscle pain and improve overall physical function [2].
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[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7112702/
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3463373/
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR