Atorvastatin is more effective in lowering cholesterol, as it has been shown in clinical studies to reduce LDL levels more than simvastatin. When atorvastatin is dosed at 40–80 mg once a day ...

Target LDL-C levels (according to global risk) were attained in 62% of atorvastatin recipients and 6% of bezafibrate recipients, and triglyceride levels <200 mg/dL were achieved in 52% and 60% of ...

The patients took atorvastatin for 6 months or 12 months (10–80 mg/day ... There were no reported side effects. The authors conclude that atorvastatin is a safe and effective treatment for ...