Can Lipitor cause arthritis-like symtoms in knee joints?

Question

I was on 40mg tabs and ran out. Then the pain in the back of my knee went away when I stopped taking it for a few days. Is there a possible link?

Answer 1

Yes, along with muscle pain and weakness. I know of someone who got fibromyalgia because of taking medicines like Lipitor.

Answer 2

Lipitor displays a gradually increasing antiinflammatory effect which will peak after 6 months. For some patients, Lipitor can be used to reduce the pain and inflammation of arthritis.

Your experience does not correlate with published medical studies on the antiinflammatory effect of the long term use of Lipitor. Sorry.

Some info at: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/antibio/

Answer 3

lipitor arthritissymtoms knee joints

Answer 4

Lipitor is used for: Lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels.

More common: Headache; hoarseness; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination; pain or tenderness around eyes and cheekbones; stuffy or runny nose

Less common: Abdominal pain; accidental injury; back pain; belching or excessive gas; constipation; general feeling of discomfort or illness; heartburn, indigestion, or stomach discomfort; lack or loss of strength; loss of appetite; nausea; shivering; sweating; trouble sleeping; vomiting

Answer 5

Repeated popping of any joints contributes to DEGENERATIVE arthritis... bones rubbing against bones. Think of it like using a flint to light a fire...the flint is hard as can be and durable, like bone, but eventually it gets smaller and 'degenerates'... That's the only picture I can paint for you really. So, no--the popping isn't the root "cause" of arthritis, but it makes those who get it in their later years, more miserable. Unless people want to gamble with the quality of their senior years, then be kind to your joints now. Especially the ones in your fingers--having nimble fingers will determine your ability to care for yourself independently as you age. ADD: I agree with the post below mine. As I was saying, the popping doesn't "cause" arthritis, but the doctor I used to work for always referenced it as "extra [and unnecessary] wear & tear" on the joints of individuals who will develop degenerative arthritis in their senior years.