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SGOT, SGPT High. Taking Atorvastatin For High Cholesterol, Galvus For High FBS. Does Lipitor Increase These ?

Hi I have higher SGPT= 55.85 U/L and SGOT = 33.45 U/L ...My doctor gave me Atorvastatin (Lipitor) 10mg... because I have high cholesterol = 214.29 mg/dL and Galvus 50mg because of high FBS (HEXOKINASE) 6.54 mmol/L... Would my SGPT & SGOT increase if I take Lipitor? As I read some forum that this may increase level enzyme? I greatly appreciate for any response. Thank you!
Tue, 3 Dec 2013
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Dear Friend,
Yes Atorvastatin can cause derangement in liver enzymes.
Since you have been started on it, i suggest you to get your Liver funtion test repeated. If there is further increase , you have to stop atorvastatin.
Question is why it was elevated earlier?
Share with us your complete Liver Function Test (LFT) report and any other reports if you have. Get your ultrasound abdomen done.

If you consume alcohol , stop immediately.
And consult your doctor to find the cause of deranged LFT.

Start daily exercises as it would help you in controlling diabetes and cholestrol levels both.
Avoid Oil , especially Trans Fat.

Stay Healthy
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SGOT, SGPT High. Taking Atorvastatin For High Cholesterol, Galvus For High FBS. Does Lipitor Increase These ?

Dear Friend, Yes Atorvastatin can cause derangement in liver enzymes. Since you have been started on it, i suggest you to get your Liver funtion test repeated. If there is further increase , you have to stop atorvastatin. Question is why it was elevated earlier? Share with us your complete Liver Function Test (LFT) report and any other reports if you have. Get your ultrasound abdomen done. If you consume alcohol , stop immediately. And consult your doctor to find the cause of deranged LFT. Start daily exercises as it would help you in controlling diabetes and cholestrol levels both. Avoid Oil , especially Trans Fat. Stay Healthy