A client taking gemfibrozil (Lopid) and rosuvastatin (Crestor) reports muscle and joint pain. What does the nurse recognize as the significance of these symptoms?

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Gemfibrozil and rosuvastatin can cause myopathy, which is characterized by muscle pain, weakness, and tenderness. This combination of medications increases the risk of myopathy, especially in older adults and those with renal impairment. The client should be assessed for symptoms of myopathy and liver function should be monitored regularly.

A Client Taking Gemfibrozil (Lopid) and Rosuvastatin (Crestor) Reports Muscle