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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
user
A 60-year-old man with a history of coronary artery disease and hyperlipidemia presents to his internist for a follow-up visit 3 weeks after visiting an urgent care center for symptoms of cough, fever, and difficulty breathing. He had been prescribed erythromycin in addition to his usual regimen of rosuvastatin and aspirin. With which potential side effect or interaction should the internist be most concerned?
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Myalgia due to decreased rosuvastatin metabolism in the presence of erythromycin