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I am currently on oratane and i am having bad joint pain and although i have never been diagnosed, i do think it is making me abit depressed. help!

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Oratane: See your M.D. who prescribed this ASAP. This medication can cause depression and joint and muscle aches. You should get evaluated to discuss if you should continue or not or dose adjustment necessary.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/2/2019

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