I was put on Simvastatin a few months ago. I’ve had bad muscle aches so I’ve cut it back to every other day (on my own). Now I’ve got like 2-3 hard muscle knots on each upper arm. They hurt when you apply pressure. I just wondering if this could be from the Simvastatin.
Muscle knots from statins?
Question posted by TKMarsh711 on 3 June 2023
Last updated on 3 June 2023
Answers
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking simvastatin:
muscle cramps, spasms, stiffness, pain, tenderness, wasting, or weakness
Source: Drugs.com
Related topics
high cholesterol, simvastatin, muscle, statin, statins
Further information
- Simvastatin uses and safety info
- Simvastatin prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Simvastatin (detailed)
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