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A member asked:

Is doctor crazy for giving lipitor (atorvastatin) to a 93 year old?

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Not necessarily: Every case needs to be looked at individually and therapy discussed between patient and doctor.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 5/12/2019

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My doctor prefers pravastatin 80mg over Lipitor (atorvastatin) 20mg or simvastatin 40mg. Says it is safer but can't really tell me why. Anyone agree and if so, why?

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Which statin is best for raising HDL and lowering triglycerides? [currently on 20mg Lipitor (atorvastatin) daily, was on simvistatin with previous doctor.]

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