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Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin, Simvastatin • HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (cholesterol) • Kidney function: 30–44 mL/min/1.73m² (or CrCl 30–50)
The recommended dose of Statins and Kidney Disease at 30–44 mL/min/1.73m² (or CrCl 30–50) — with monitoring notes for kidney disease and dialysis.
Atorvastatin standard; rosuvastatin 5-10 mg.
Rosuvastatin capped at 10 mg below CrCl 30; simvastatin capped at 20 mg below CrCl 30.
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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