
What Causes Severe Muscle Cramps In The Legs, Feet, Hands, Jaw And Ribs?



Can be electrolyte imbalance.
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Muscle cramps most of the time occur for no known reason, and they're harmless.
Sometimes, it can be due to dehydration, muscle fatigue or electrolyte abnormalities. It is better to drink sufficient fluid and also see that your intake of electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium ) is sufficient. You can drink Oralyte for this. Do get your electrolyte levels evaluated too.
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Can be a side effect of simvastatin.
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The muscle cramps that you have are not likely to be related to anemia or implant in the leg. If the electrolyte levels are normal then taking lipid lowering drugs like simvastatin can also cause such side effect.
You can avoid taking it for a few days and see if it improves. Taking an oral muscle relaxant will also help.
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