- female
- 60 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really worried because I've accidentally been taking Rosuvastatin tablets instead of my Olmetrack ones. I've been taking 10mg and 20mg together every night for over a week now. I'm concerned about what effects this might have on me. Could this cause any harm or side effects? What should I do?
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stop rosuvastatin and continue olmesartan .
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Consult a Cardiologist
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