I have an underlying condition of dermatomyocytis that has been resolved for many years, but have struggled with arthritis and muscle pain for over 20 years. When I had three heart stents put in in 2015, I was put on lipitor. I have struggled with joint pain and it seems to have gotten worse in the last year. I have taken only 5 mg lately because of foot and leg pain and since then have had an increase in my lipid profile. I tried crestor and the symptoms were worse. Is there another statin I can try before going on injectables?
Hi, Not really. Creator, due to its relative potency, has a mild tendency to be less likely to give myalgic. If the symptoms reliably associate with one statin, it will occur with the entire class because they act the same way on the muscles. Niacin is different. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.