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They upped my simvastatin from 20mgs to 40, its causing me to retain water, how can i stop that? do i just drink less liquids? drinking more just makes me more bloated. im not a big eater since im only 4ft5, wish i could quit taking it, so how?

Q: they upped my simvastatin from 20mgs to 40, its causing me to retain water, how can i stop that? do i just drink less liquids? drinking more just makes me more bloated. im not a big eater since im only 4ft5, wish i could quit taking it, so how?

: In general for significant side effects perceived to new meds and/or doses, the drug involved has to be stopped and prescriber informed so that a contingent plan is discussed. Sometimes medical conditions are uncovered as well and this is where it becomes critically important to involve current prescriber.

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In general for significant side effects perceived to new meds and/or doses, the drug involved has to be stopped and prescriber informed so that a contingent plan is discussed. Sometimes medical conditions are uncovered as well and this is where it becomes critically important to involve current prescriber.

Answered 3/16/2023

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A member asked:

They upped my simvastatin from 20mgs to 40, its causing me to retain water, how can i stop that? do i just drink less liquids? drinking more just makes me more bloated. im not a big eater since im only 4ft5, wish i could quit taking it, so how?

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