I had a severe reaction to generic Lipitor. Major joint and muscle pain in back and hips. How long should this last?
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chuck1957
28 Sep 2017
mama; the generic Lipitor should be out of your system within 3 days but that does not always mean the side effects symptoms well be gone completely give it some time you will be fine. chuck1957
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Thank you. Side effects still going on after a week off. Hope they go away soon. Painful.
YES MAMA; EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT, SO SOON LITTLE BY LITTLE THESE EFFECTS SHOULD GO AWAY OR CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR.