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Ast and alt numbers elevated - which medicines can do this?

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Many: Statins are know for this but there are many others including too much tylenol (acetaminophen)

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Answered 10/26/2012

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A member asked:

Ast and alt numbers elevated - which medicines can do this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Terence Grogan answered

Dr Ali agreed

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