Dr. Devon Davis on Instagram: "Statins remain the most effective and best-studied therapy for LDL-C reduction and cardiovascular risk reduction Here are some common statins used: High-intensity statins (LDL-C reduction ≥50%): - Atorvastatin 40–80 mg - Rosuvastatin 20–40 mg Moderate-intensity statins (LDL-C reduction 30–49%): - Atorvastatin 10–20 mg - Rosuvastatin 5–10 mg - Simvastatin 20–40 mg - Pravastatin 40–80 mg - Lovastatin 40 mg - Fluvastatin XL 80 mg or 40 mg BID - Pitavastatin 1–4 mg All

Statins should not be stopped in older people owing to their benefits, say researchers