Physical exercise or strenuous sporting activities can increase blood creatine kinase (CK) levels—something to bear in mind in patients with suspected statin-associated muscle symptoms.

Background: The serum concentration of creatine kinase (CK) is used widely as an index of skeletal muscle fibre damage ... Introducing sport-specific reference intervals may help to avoid ...

and elevated creatine kinase-MB levels. Recently, the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology published a new definition that for the first time includes elevated ...

Discontinue if angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions, myopathy or markedly elevated creatine kinase levels occur. Monitor for new or worsening of depression, suicidal thoughts/behavior ...

Soaking in a hot tub may be preferable to an icy cold bath after exercise if the goal is to maintain optimum performance, ...