What is atorvastatin? Atorvastatin is a prescription medicine in the statin family. It lowers the amount of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol produced by the liver and helps reduce cholesterol circulating in the blood. It works by blocking an enzyme in the liver called HMG-CoA reductase, which is involved in cholesterol production. Why is it commonly prescribed? …
15 effects or concerns worth knowing Muscle aches or soreness Muscle weakness Muscle cramps Joint or back pain Headache Dizziness Nausea or indigestion Diarrhea or constipation Sleep problems Fatigue or weakness Increased blood glucose/HbA1c — statins can cause a small increase in blood glucose in some people. FFDA Access Data Changes in liver enzymes — …
That headline is misleading. There isn’t a biological rule that most older adults can’t live much past 80. Life expectancy varies substantially by country, sex, genetics, socioeconomic circumstances, medical care, and health behaviors, and many people live well into their 80s, 90s, and beyond. If the article is trying to explain why health risks increase …
If you’re referring to the viral “If you always sleep on your right side, you…” post, don’t assume the dramatic claim that follows is medically established. Sleeping on your right side is generally safe for most people, and there isn’t evidence that it causes a specific serious disease simply because you do it regularly. What …
If you’re referring to the viral “just one teaspoon and your orchid suddenly blooms with lots of flowers” gardening claim, be skeptical. There is no magic kitchen ingredient that reliably makes an orchid burst into bloom overnight. 🌸 What actually encourages orchid flowering Bright, indirect light: Insufficient light is one of the most common reasons …
7 nighttime symptoms that can be associated with diabetes A viral headline can make these symptoms sound more specific than they really are. Nighttime symptoms alone cannot diagnose diabetes, and several have many other possible causes. Frequent nighttime urination — high blood glucose can cause the kidneys to excrete more glucose and water, increasing urine …
Vicks VapoRub: What It Can and Can’t Do Vicks VapoRub is primarily a topical cough suppressant and temporary muscle/joint ache rub. Many online posts attribute dozens of other uses to it, but several aren’t well supported by evidence. Reasonable uses Cough relief: Applying it to the chest and throat can temporarily relieve cough associated with …
Pain on the Left Side: What Could It Mean? “Left-side pain” can come from many structures, including muscles, nerves, the digestive system, kidneys, lungs, or heart. The location, type of pain, and accompanying symptoms matter more than the fact that it’s on the left. Possible causes Muscle or rib strain: Often worse with movement, twisting, …
There is no herb proven to destroy all of these infections. Parasites, bacterial urinary infections, herpes viruses, and influenza are different conditions and require different treatments. Urinary/bladder infections: A bacterial UTI may require an appropriate antibiotic. Cranberry products may help reduce recurrence in some people, but they do not reliably cure an active UTI. Parasites: …
10 Important Metoprolol Side Effects to Know Metoprolol is a beta-blocker commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, angina, certain abnormal heart rhythms, and some types of heart failure. Many people take it without serious problems, but side effects can occur. Tiredness or fatigue — particularly when first starting treatment. Dizziness or lightheadedness — especially when …
