Drug Side Effects You Shouldn’t Ignore

Every drug or treatment has side effects, unintended occurrences that result from taking a medication. Mild side effects are normal and often dissipate shortly after beginning a new medication. But everyone reacts differently to medication, and it's important to know when these effects go from troublesome to dangerous.

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Muscle Pain or Weakness
Some medications interfere with the proteins in muscle. This problem, known as myopathy, is rare but has been associated with use of statins, a medication used to reduce cholesterol levels. The destruction of muscle tissue can be harmful to a body. If you begin to feel pain or weakness, stiffness, or cramping in your muscles after taking a new medication, particularly a statin, consult a ... more
Photo by: Jennifer Monti MD MPH
Muscle Pain or Weakness
Some medications interfere with the proteins in muscle. This problem, known as myopathy, is rare but has been associated with use of statins, a medication used to reduce cholesterol levels. The destruction of muscle tissue can be harmful to a body. If you begin to feel pain or weakness, stiffness, or cramping in your muscles after taking a new medication, particularly a statin, consult a doctor. less

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