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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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What Causes Severe Muscle Pain In The Limbs Post Intake Of Hydralazine?

Dr. Rynne,I am writing about my 50 yr. old son who was started on hydralazine a few months ago and has complained about severe muscle pain in his arms and legs. He s not a complainer for anything. What can he due besides stopping the med. He is taking K+.
Mon, 27 May 2019
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Hello,

The symptoms of your son seem to be related to side effects of hydralazine.

I suggest taking anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen.

I also suggest using a magnesium supplement.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Severe Muscle Pain In The Limbs Post Intake Of Hydralazine?

Hello, The symptoms of your son seem to be related to side effects of hydralazine. I suggest taking anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen. I also suggest using a magnesium supplement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician