I have been on lipitor 10mg for about 6 mths (after reacting to l...

I have never taken statins myself but people close to me did. That forced me to look for information on the Internet and in books. When it comes to your eyes, I recently received Dr. Duane Graveline´s news letter (free). There was an article about eye side effects.

Please go to his home page www.spacedoc.net. I hope this information will not be erased. If so, Google his name and you will probably find his site.

He has also written two books on statins. I have read "Lipitor - thief of memory".

There are also lots of patient testimonials on his Forum.

If you don't mind my asking, how bad is your cholesterol that they are putting you thru all this with cholesterol lowering drugs?

I suggest that you stop taking this dangerous drug ASAP before you have more side effects. If necessary, there are many natural products and alternatives to control your cholesterol.

i too have had some of your symptoms. i have been on lipitor for about 5 years. also on 10 mg. i also have had muscle twiches. it is very upsetting. i have thought of going off this drug, but afraid of riskig heart problems. i'm not sure what to do.

You can take Red Rice Yeast to lower your cholesterol without the horrible side effects of Lipitor! it's a supplement you can get at a health food store. I have taken it for a year now without any problems.