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Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin, Simvastatin • HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (cholesterol) • Kidney function: 15–29 mL/min/1.73m² (or CrCl 15–29)
The recommended dose of Statins and Kidney Disease at 15–29 mL/min/1.73m² (or CrCl 15–29) — with monitoring notes for kidney disease and dialysis.
Rosuvastatin max 10 mg; simvastatin max 20 mg; atorvastatin standard.
Watch muscle symptoms; check CK if myalgia. Statins remain indicated — cardiovascular protection is the goal.
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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