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Significant Univariable Associations With Low-Dose Statin Percent LDLc Lowering
| Variable | Mean Effect±SE | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | +1±0.5% per decade | 0.04 | |
| Assigned statin | |||
| Atorvastatin 20 mg | −39±1% | ||
| Simvastatin 20 mg | −35±1% | <0.0001 | |
| Pravastatin 10 mg | −21±1% | ||
| Percent LDLc Lowering With Variable | Percent LDLc Lowering Without Variable | ||
| Smoking | −33±1% | −29±1% | 0.01 |
| Black ethnicity* | −26±3% | −32±1% | 0.05 |
Comparison of blacks vs whites.
