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Yes, it can, although it is not a common side effect.
For my high cholesterol (I am male), I was prescribed Simvastatin (Zocor). Each time I took the prescribed dose, I had severe hot flashes. I stopped taking that statin and the hot flashes immediately stopped. Later, I was prescribed Lipitor. As with the Simvastatin, I had severe hot flashes.
I was told by my doctor that this is a known, though not very common side effect of some statins. After those experiences, I was prescribed Livalo (another statin). She said this should be much less likely to cause the hot flashes. After a month on the Livalo, I have no noticeable side effects.
If you're having night flashes taking Lipitor, I would suggest asking your doctor if another type of statin would be appropriate for your needs and be less likely to cause the hot flashes.
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What are the causes of hot flashes and night sweats?
Night sweats can be caused from simply having the heat set too high in your house, or it can also be caused by hormonal fluctuations. Some medications, especially anti-depressants can also trigger night sweats.
Which cancers can cause night sweats?
Certain types of cancers, such as lymphoma and leukemia, can cause night sweats as a symptom.
Can chronic lymphocytic leukemia cause night sweats?
Yes, chronic lymphocytic leukemia can cause night sweats as a symptom of the disease.
Which cancers are known to cause night sweats?
Certain types of cancers, such as lymphoma and leukemia, are known to cause night sweats as a symptom.
Is it possible to have night sweats in men?
Yes, it is possible for men to have night sweats. Night sweats in men are more often causes when testosterone levels drop below a normal level, which will send false signals to the brain and cause night sweats.
How can I reduce night sweats during menopause?
Herbal supplements are considered to be the best to reduce menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings and night sweats. Supplement that contains natural rice bran oil helps get rid over abhorrent hot flashes and nerve shattering mood swings.
How can you tell the difference between HIV night sweats and menopausal hot flashes?
Go to the doctor, they will give you a blood test.
Can exercise cause night sweats?
Yes, intense exercise can sometimes cause night sweats due to the body's increased temperature and metabolism during physical activity.
Does stress cause night sweats?
That is a sign of alot of cancers.
Can working out cause night sweats?
Yes, working out can cause night sweats in some individuals. When you exercise, your body temperature rises, and this can lead to increased sweating during the night as your body tries to cool down.
Why does leukemia cause night sweats?
Leukemia can cause night sweats because the abnormal white blood cells produced by the cancer can disrupt the body's normal temperature regulation, leading to excessive sweating, especially at night.
Does the drug Neurontin stop hot flashes?
I had night sweats for 20 years. I was involved in a car crash that left me with nerve damage. The Dr. prescribed Neurontin and the night sweats disappeared. It took me a week before I realized that I wasn't waking up soaking wet. I still have the nerve pain in my foot but so happy that the night sweats are GONE.
