OrganizedWisdom Health - Muscle and Bones

Statins and Muscle Damage

AmyS — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 04:21:18 GMT

A July 2009 study shows that patients who have muscle complaints while taking statins may have structural muscle damage. It is common for someone on statins to develop muscle pain and weakness. Muscle biopsies from 83 patients was analyzed for this study.

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Statins are used around the world to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Muscle fiber damage was seen in approximately 57% of patients taking statins.
This study is published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

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Myopathy and Statins

Crdelucas — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:56:34 GMT

Myopathy is one of the listed side effects associated with statins. Myopathy is a muscle disease that causes weakness and persistent pain. In a clinical study, less than ten percent of patients taking statins reported myopathy. Myopathy related to administration of statins is less than one in ten-thousand when standard dosage is taken. If myopathy is suspected, seek medical attention for further testing and evaluation.

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Statins are the most common treatment and the best-selling drug in the United States to reduce cholesterol and prevent coronary artery disease.
Muscle pain, liver damage, digestive problems, rash, and flushing are the most common side effects of statins.
Cerivastatin (Baycol), classified as a statin, was withdrawn from the market in 2001 due to the high incidence in rhabdomyolysis.
A study concluded that predisposing factors of advanced age, low body weight, gender, certain medications, combination medication use, multisystem diseases, acute illness, and major surgery can be a contributing factor to myopathy when taking statins.
Stains used in combination with fibrates, cyclosporine, azole antifungals, warfarin, nefazodone, and macrolide antibiotics may increase myopathy risk.

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Massage Therapy for Osteoarthritis

Crdelucas — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:15:49 GMT

During clinical studies, massage therapy has shown positive results in reducing pain and increasing functionality in individuals with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that generally affects the fingers, spine, hips, and knees and is more debilitating than lung disease, heart disease, and diabetes. Massage therapy relieves muscle tension, and it can boost circulation to affected areas to decrease joint stiffness. Consult with a health care professional or massage therapy association on the benefits of massage therapy for osteoarthritis.

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A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine showed positive results with reducing pain and improving functions of the knee in patients with osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis affects over twenty million individuals in the United States.
Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, and Shiatsu are the most common types of massages.
Massage therapy may aggravate patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis during flare-ups.
Glucosamine, chondroitin, SAM-e, herbal remedies, homeopathy, vitamins, fish oil, acupuncture, acupressure, magnet therapy, diet therapy, weight control, and exercise are other alternative treatment options for osteoarthritis.

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Statins and Muscle Pain

Crdelucas — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:50:30 GMT

Muscle pain is a side effect that may occur while using statins. Approximately ten to fifteen percent of patients prescribed statins experience muscle pain during treatment. This medication is prescribed for the treatment of high cholesterol. It raises high-density lipoprotein (HDL) while decreasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides. If muscle pain, cramping, and weakness occur, consult with a health care professional for further testing and evaluation.

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Rhabdomyolysis is a very rare, life-threatening side effect of statin medication that may cause deteriorating muscle damage. Approximately one case occurs out of every fifteen million prescriptions filled.
Clinical trials using statins showed positive results in reducing cardiovascular morbidity and mortality by approximately forty percent.
Coenzyme Q-10 taken along with statins may reduce the side effects of muscle pain.
Alternative treatment options include lifestyle changes to include healthy diet, exercise, and dietary supplements.

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Best Foods for Fibromyalgia

Amymarlatt — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 03:39:33 GMT

There are foods that may help fibromyalgia. Organic foods are important in your diet; they can contain more nutrients which help boost your immune system. Your diet should also be well balanced. You should make sure you eat grains, fruits, vegetables, protein, and dairy. Protein is essential for growth and maintenance. Muscle pain and stiffness can be relieved by eating protein. Drinking eight glasses of water a day is also recommended. Another food to eat are those high in vitamin C.

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Foods to avoid include caffeine, alcohol, carbonated beverages, and chocolate.
A vegetarian diet may be helpful to fibromyalgia patients.
Research is being done to see if more soy in your diet can be beneficial.

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Celebrex and Weight Gain

TaraSal — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:17:12 GMT

Celebrex and weight gain is not often reported; in fact, only two percent of people studied in clinical trials mentioned it as a side effect. If you experience rapid unexplained weight when taking Celebrex, it is important to tell your doctor. This could be a symptom of congestive heart failure.

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Celebrex is a brand name for the drug celecoxib.
Doctors prescribe it to relieve pain or inflammation caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis, juvenile arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis.
Side effects most often reported with Celebrex include diarrhea, nausea, or headaches, dizziness, indigestion, stomach pain, and gas.

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Celebrex Alternatives

TaraSal — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:15:46 GMT

Celebrex alternatives include other types of medications such as aspirin or Tylenol, massage, diet, acupuncture, and supplements. Alternatives to Celebrex are important for people who cannot take this drug, or for those who have concerns over possible Celebrex side effects. Be sure to speak with your primary care provider before discontinuing Celebrex, or starting a new treatment regimen.

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Diarrhea, dizziness, indigestion, stomach pain, gas, nausea, headaches, and possible stomach bleeding are a few side effects reported with Celebrex use.
Doctors prescribe Celebrex to treat pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic pain.
Celebrex belongs to a class of drugs called NSAIDs.

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Mobidin Interactions

TaraSal — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:12:54 GMT

Mobidin should not be used with some medications. Cidofovir and ketorolac can have serious interactions with Mobidin. Other medications, such as anabolic steroids, blood thinners, some diabetes drugs, some seizure drugs, and SSRI antidepressants should also be used with caution. Before using Mobidin, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and nonprescription products you may use.

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Mobidin belongs to a class of drugs called salicylates.
Doctors prescribe Mobidin to treat pain, inflammation, and fever.
Mobidin can also be used in treating symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.

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Mobidin Dosage

TaraSal — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:10:43 GMT

Mobidin (magnesium salicylate) dosage is typically one 600 mg tablet every four hours. Each dose should be taken with a full glass of water. You should also take it with milk, food, or an antacid to lessen the chances of upset stomach. Never take two doses of Mobidin at once.

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Mobidin is used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever.
Mobidin belongs to a class of drugs called salicylates.
Mobidin should not be used to treat a child or teenager who has a fever, flu symptoms, or chicken pox, as this medication may increase the risk of Reye's syndrome.

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Mobidin Warnings and Precautions

TaraSal — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:09:22 GMT

A few warnings and precautions should be noted when taking Mobidin. Rarely, Mobidin may increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke. Do not take this medication right before or after heart bypass surgery. Serious bleeding from the stomach or intestines can occur without warning signs at any time during treatment. If you are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor before starting Mobidin.

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Mobidin is a brand name drug for magnesium salicylate.
Doctors prescribe Mobidin to treat mild to moderate pain. It is also used to treat the pain and swelling of arthritis.
Take Mobidin with milk, food, or an antacid to lessen the chances of upset stomach.

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