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Experiencing Inflammation In Leg After Taking Simvastatin. How To Counter The Side Effect?
I take simvastatin one per day,20mg. I am experiending inflammation in my legs and am taking physial therapy for the discomfort. I have haeard that inflammation is a side affect of simvastatin. and co 2 10 can counter that sede affect. Is this correct?
Wed, 7 May 2014
Simvastatin can cause it. Please go for vascular doppler for DVT. Co q 10 can help a bit. But if it is persisting please consult local physician.
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