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Are Redness And Soreness On The Tongue A Side Effect Of Gemfibrozil?

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Posted on Fri, 5 May 2017
Question: is a side effect of gemfibozil a red sore tongue. With a sensation of peeling of gums and tongue? The dosage is 600mg twice a day.
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Unlikely to be related.

Detailed Answer:
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I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Gemfibrozil is unlikely to give side effect of red sore tongue with sensation of peeling of gums and tongue. Possibly it is due to vitamin B deficiency. In such a case, application of Clenora gel topically and taking Vitamin B complex supplements for a week or so should provide relief.

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Are Redness And Soreness On The Tongue A Side Effect Of Gemfibrozil?

Brief Answer: Unlikely to be related. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Gemfibrozil is unlikely to give side effect of red sore tongue with sensation of peeling of gums and tongue. Possibly it is due to vitamin B deficiency. In such a case, application of Clenora gel topically and taking Vitamin B complex supplements for a week or so should provide relief. Regards