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What Causes Severe Joint Pain While On Zetia?
Question: I have been taking Zetia for about two months, and in the last two weeks have noted substantial increase in joint pains, esp. upper extremities, hips and knees. I stopped the Zetia for a few days, but the increased joint pain persisted. Any thoughts? Thank you!
XXXXXXX J. xxxxxx age 00 YYYY@YYYY
XXXXXXX J. xxxxxx age 00 YYYY@YYYY
Brief Answer:
THis is a well known and commonest side effect of this drug!
Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this pain that you have reported. This is a well known an most commonest side effect of this drug. Unless the pains are unbearable, there is no reason to stop. If they are however too severe, then we will need to review this treatment at this time to replace with other drugs that may not have a similar side effect profile. Remember to drink much water as you take this medication so as to protect the kidneys as well. This pain often disappear over weeks and not a few days. Please, let your doctor know of this difficult so as to re-evaluate treatment and make the necessary adjustments.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
THis is a well known and commonest side effect of this drug!
Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this pain that you have reported. This is a well known an most commonest side effect of this drug. Unless the pains are unbearable, there is no reason to stop. If they are however too severe, then we will need to review this treatment at this time to replace with other drugs that may not have a similar side effect profile. Remember to drink much water as you take this medication so as to protect the kidneys as well. This pain often disappear over weeks and not a few days. Please, let your doctor know of this difficult so as to re-evaluate treatment and make the necessary adjustments.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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