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I was prescribed for aztor20, 2 wks ago. i have been feeling itchy &numb on my lower legs for last two days. could this be caused by the meds?

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Dr. Vakas Sial answered

Yes: Pruritus is found among people who take Lipitor (atorvastatin), (atorvastatin) especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for 1 - 6 months, also take medication Aspirin, and have High blood cholesterol. In a study of 129,976 people who have side effects while taking Lipitor (atorvastatin) from FDA 2,655 had Pruritus.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/21/2015

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A member asked:

I was prescribed for aztor20, 2 wks ago. i have been feeling itchy &numb on my lower legs for last two days. could this be caused by the meds?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vakas Sial answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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