What is a side effect expected from both lovastatin and metoprolol?

Dizziness is a known side effect associated with both lovastatin and metoprolol due to their effects on the body. Lovastatin is a statin used to lower cholesterol levels and can lead to dizziness as a side effect, particularly if it causes changes in blood pressure or if the patient experiences muscle-related issues that may indirectly affect balance and coordination.

Metoprolol, a beta-blocker commonly prescribed for hypertension and other cardiovascular conditions, can also cause dizziness as a result of its mechanism of lowering heart rate and improving cardiac output, which may affect blood flow and blood pressure. Additionally, both medications may contribute to a feeling of lightheadedness during the course of treatment, especially when a patient is first starting the medication or if the dosage is increased.

The other options, while they might relate to other medications, do not have the same association with both lovastatin and metoprolol.