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Should the dose of atorvastatin 80mg be lowered when combined with ezetimibe 10mg in an 82-year-old female with stage 4 CKD and atrial fibrillation?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Direct evidence suggests caution with high-dose atorvastatin in elderly patients with CKD; reducing the dose when combined with ezetimibe might mitigate myopathy risk. Close monitoring and shared decision-making are advised.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23970781

Author: Tripdatabase

Language: English

Topic: Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7225316178

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