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> 2nd question: Lynne is on a cholestrol drug (lescol) which seems to mak= e > her weak to the point of crying. Can any body shed some light on this.= > Her weakness accompanies depression. Or is the depression causing the > weakness. > = > Henry Guttentag CG for wife 63/9 Dear Henry, Serious side effects with fluvastatin include: =95fever =95muscle aches or cramps =95unusual tiredness or weakness Call your doctor as soon as you can if you get any of these side effects. Minor side effects with fluvastatin include: =95diarrhea =95difficulty sleeping =95joint pain =95muscle soreness after exercise =95nausea, vomiting =95stomach upset or pain Let your doctor know about these side effects if they do not go away or if they annoy you. What do I need to watch for while I take fluvastatin? Visit your doctor for regular checks on your progress. You will need to have regular tests to make sure your liver is working properly. Tell your doctor as soon as you can if you get any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever and tiredness. I think it would be best to call her doctor and report her weakness. My very best regards, Kathrynne -- = Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD Editor-in-Chief, "Spotlight on Food--nutrition news for people 60-plus" http://www.fortnet.org/~fivstar and NUTRITION TOPICS copy-ready handouts http://www.dietetics.com/class/fivstar/ Tel: 970-493-6532 Fax: 970-493-6538