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Can you take a high strength omega 3 supplement at the same time as you take say 40mg statin in the evening? thank you

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh
Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 30 years experience
Yes: There is no interaction between the 2.
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