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The agency says the highest approved dose of simvastatin has been linked to an increased risk of muscle injury, a risk that is greatest during the first year of use. The FDA is telling doctors not to prescribe the 80 milligram dose to new patients.

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Tags: Cholesterol, Cholesterol Medication, Muscle, Healthy Living, FDA, Zocor, Doctor, Medical

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