Llamalady | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/11/2016
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 3.0
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Extreme, debilitating joint pain!
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Jim V | 55-64 | Male | Patient
12/2/2015
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been taking Crestor 40mg for about 5 years. It has been more effective than Lipitor. I have not noticed any side effects. At my last check my total cholesterol was 104, with the LDL at 45. It is expensive so I was ordering it from a reputable Canadian pharmacy, but after 3 years of trying and 2 letters from my Cardiologist I was able to get the VA to approve it without me having to start at the beginning with something cheaper.
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Sueliz | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
6/18/2013
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 3.7
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My cholesterol level has dropped but I feel that my memory has got a lot worse than when on Lipitor for years
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snafu | 75 or over | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/6/2012
Condition: Treatment to Prevent a Heart Attack
Overall rating 2.3
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only used foe one week, terrible headaches
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Cholesterol Factory | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
11/20/2012
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 5.0
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Been taking Crestor for years. Excellent results. Over 300 without any Statins under 200 with just 5mg/day Crestor. Lipitor only lowerd mine ~ 240 and increased liver enzymes to dangerous levels.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/9/2012
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 4.0
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It is effective
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Clarkten | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
4/15/2012
Condition: Increased Triglycerides and Cholesterol
Overall rating 4.0
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I see that we can now order the generic on the WEB so I will investigate that outlet with my next prescription to fill.
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Chiefed | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
3/4/2012
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 5.0
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I just got rejected by my drug company. They want me to try a generic brand of cholesterol reducing medicine. There is no generic for Crestor. This has worked for me. I don't want to change because of the possible side effects from using other drugs. I have not had any side effects using Crestor. So in other words, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. The drug companies need to leave us alone and let us lead as healthy lives as possible.
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HappyJose | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
2/19/2012
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 5.0
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I have not experienced any side effects or had any problem at all. My doctor states that I am doing great.
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mrmayor | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/12/2012
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 2.0
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I was originally prescribed Lipitor but V.A. would not pay it. I was placed on this drug and began having blood in my urine on a heavy basis. I discontinued use and the problem was corrected.
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billyfun50 | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
12/28/2011
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 3.3
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muscle tiredness, weakness
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high cholesterol | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/23/2011
Condition: Homozygous Inherited High Blood Cholesterol
Overall rating 2.3
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Initially for about 9 months, I took 5 mg with no noted side effects, but my levels were still not low enough, so it was doubled. Within 10 days, I both lower legs and both hands go numb, getting worse every day. I am SO done with statins--nothing but muscle pain and now numbness. Looking for natural alternatives.
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
3/16/2011
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 4.0
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does the job it is meant for
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darlene | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
3/4/2011
Condition: Homozygous Inherited High Blood Cholesterol
Overall rating 5.0
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I've tried two other drugs with poor results. Both cause extreme pain. One put me in ER with cardiac systems. This drug has had no pain and reduced my LDL from 200 to 68. I was amazed my total was 300 is now 174. I do watch my diet as well.
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ramon | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years |
2/12/2011
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 2.7
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it has lowered my cholestrol but no effect on my triglycerides
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Sparky | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
12/10/2010
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 3.3
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One week in taking at bedtime. Feeling a little headachy, dizzy and general malaise. I may try Red Yeast Rice, but I will give this a try for at least a 30 days to see if lowers LDL 200, ups HDL 59.
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[email protected] | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
11/5/2010
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 3.7
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terrible joint pain and other side effects
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joe | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/12/2010
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 2.3
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leg cramps,bad
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mummygard | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
3/30/2010
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 4.0
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sweats
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/9/2009
Condition: Homozygous Inherited High Blood Cholesterol
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