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What Causes Weakness In The Legs And Have Persistent Pain?

my right leg is much weaker than my left, and my balance is not very good, also my legs ache all the time, i have had MRIs. and show that nothing was wrong , i am taking Fenofibrate and since i have been taking it my legs seem to ache worse.do you have any suggestions as to what might be causing this .
Wed, 29 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Fenofibrate will lower bad cholestrol/triglycerides. LDL cholesterol is not good for vesselsl.

Yes there are side effects of this medicine which include muscle pain.
Musculoskeletal pain aches and pains in the extremities, joint pain and arthritis, and backache have been reported.

Other common side effects include
Constipation, stomach/abdominal pain, gas, nausea, and vomiting may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, then consult your doctor.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Causes Weakness In The Legs And Have Persistent Pain?

Hello, I have studied your case. Fenofibrate will lower bad cholestrol/triglycerides. LDL cholesterol is not good for vesselsl. Yes there are side effects of this medicine which include muscle pain. Musculoskeletal pain aches and pains in the extremities, joint pain and arthritis, and backache have been reported. Other common side effects include Constipation, stomach/abdominal pain, gas, nausea, and vomiting may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, then consult your doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.