Altoprev and Muscle Pain (Cont.)

Altoprev and Muscle Pain: Drug Interactions

Serious muscle problems are more common when Altoprev is first started or when the Altoprev dosage is increased -- but they can happen at any time. There are also certain medicines that, when taken with Altoprev, can increase the risk of serious muscle problems. These medicines include:
 
Grapefruit juice and grapefruit products, including grapefruit supplements, should also be avoided.
 

Altoprev and Muscle Pain: Summary

For people taking Altoprev, muscle pain and aches are a common problem, especially when first starting or when the Altoprev dosage is increased. Unfortunately, it is not possible for your healthcare provider to know whether you will develop this side effect if you have never taken Altoprev. So while taking Altoprev, if muscle pain becomes a problem, talk with your healthcare provider. He or she may be able to give you other suggestions for dealing with muscle pain. If the muscle pain continues, he or she may recommend adjusting the Altoprev dosage or switching to another cholesterol medication.
 
Also, if muscle aches, weakness, pain, or tenderness occur with a fever or while feeling sick, it can mean there is a serious problem. Call your healthcare provider immediately.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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