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Cholesterol 200+.taking atorvastatin 20mg.have tiredness,feel without energy all the time.is it sideeffect of medicine?wat is the alternative?

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Need more info: What was your cholesterol before atorvastatin? What other risk factors do you have? Are you overweight? If you are not able to atorvastatin a different statin could be used. Low fat diet, exercise and weight loss may reduce cholesterol. You may wish to consult a cardiologist.

Answered 2/14/2019

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