Does lovastatin cause tingling in the legs and feet?
• Q: When I began lovastatin, I started experiencing a tingling sensation in my legs and feet. Is this caused by lovastatin? • A: Lovastatin (Mevacor) is classified as a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Lovastatin works in the body to lower the LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol and total cholesterol. The medication blocks production of some of the cholesterol in the body. According to medical references weakness, muscle cramps, leg pain, and paresthesia are listed as possible side effects associated with the use of lovastatin. Paresthesia is defined as sensations of tingling, pricking or numbness of a person’s skin. This is often felt in the hands, arms, legs or feet. The incidence that paresthesia is reported in patients taking lovastatin is less than 1 percent. The recommendation is to talk to your physician regarding the tingling sensation your are experiencing in your legs and feet. Your physician can diagnose your condition and determine if it is a side effect of your lovastat
