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Statins

Robert 2170

Robert 2170

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Location
Glasgow
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Treatment type
Insulin
I have just been put on to simvastatin And starting to get pain in my legs and legs fell as if they are weak.
Just want to no will this pass or should I go back to the doctor I do a bit of road cycling so don't want my legs getting sore and note able to go out on the bike


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Sore/weak legs is one of the possible side effects. I would go back to your doc and let him/her know. There are other statins available or it may be they just don't suit you. I had to come off Atorvastatin recently for the exact same reasons, weak legs. I was only prescribed them as a precautionary measure though as my cholesterol wasn't too bad. Your situation may be different.
 
When I started on Simvastatin my doctor said if I had any muscle pain anywhere I should go and see her. Touch wood have been taking them for 4 years have never had any side effects If you feel the pains are muscular then you should see your GP
 
Only reason I went on them when I did the DAFNE course the day the doctor came in it was put in a way that is was better to be on it than not on it she said all diabetics over 40 should be on them


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Robert 2170 said:
Only reason I went on them when I did the DAFNE course the day the doctor came in it was put in a way that is was better to be on it than not on it she said all diabetics over 40 should be on them


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Well, I would still speak to your doc regarding your leg trouble. Also, read up on the net the pro's and con's of statins, may help you decide.
 
I have done and for a year told the doctor no way I was going on them then the consultant put it another way and we'll I ended up getting them. If this keeps up I will just stop taking g them or get them changed to other ones


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Have you read the information that comes with your meds? I always do.
My Doc prescribed Fluvestatin while I was having painful muscle problems.
I read the info and it could have made the problem worse with irreparable damage. They went in the bin.
As did the Metformin.:rolleyes:
I know I am a Doctors nightmare but is my body and my choice.
Gone back to my diet and Vitamins. And Quigong.

Not that I advocate everyone ditching their Meds.:( It is my personal choice and belief.
 
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