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Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin, Simvastatin • HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (cholesterol) • Kidney function: Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
The recommended dose of Statins and Kidney Disease at Hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis — with monitoring notes for kidney disease and dialysis.
Atorvastatin standard; rosuvastatin 5-10 mg; simvastatin max 20 mg.
SHARP showed statins reduce vascular events on dialysis — continue unless contraindicated.
Doses in this guide follow drug labels and renal-dosing references at each eGFR/CrCl level. Always confirm with your prescriber and pharmacy — your specific dose depends on other medications, conditions, and lab results.
Full Statins and Kidney Disease kidney guideStatins and Kidney Disease has its own monitoring requirements (eGFR, potassium, drug levels, or blood counts). These become more frequent as kidney function falls. Report unusual weakness, irregular heartbeat, or new side effects promptly.
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