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Which symptoms are a result of my stroke, and which are side effects of simvastatin?
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See below: Simvastatin adverse events include muscle weakness diffusely with/without pain, and cognitive difficulties. Stroke may cause acute focal weakness, numbness, speech problems, visual loss, incoordination, etc. If confusing, contact your doc.
Answered 6/24/2014
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