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Been on a statin drug for years! after all of this time could i suddenly have issues with muscle tone and aching in my legs?
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Yes: Muscle aches from statins can occur anytime after initiation. These medications however do not typically affected muscle tone. Discuss further with your doctor.
Answered 9/28/2016
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