statins Flashcards

1
Q

which first-line statin to use

A

atorvastatin 20mg

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2
Q

when to be careful with simvastatin

A

interacts with amlodipine, can be safely co-prescribed at a low dose
also at its higher dose 80mg causes significant myalgia

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