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Im prescribed priacin 20 mg for cholesterol. after taking 1st tablet, my thyroid in my meck felt enlarged. do i continue taking the tablet?
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Stop, check with doc: I don't think they are related but it is best to stop and check with your doctor.
Answered 2/10/2016
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Probably not: Priacin (simvastatin) would not cause change change in your thyroid. If you have questions, contact the prescribing doctor.
Answered 3/18/2013
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