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Classification of statins by potency of LDL-C lowering (n = 140)
| Potency | n (%) |
|---|---|
| High-intensity statin | |
| Atorvastatin 40 mg | 6 (4.3) |
| Simvastatin 80 mg | 1 (0.7) |
| Moderate-intensity statin | |
| Atorvastatin 10 mg | 2 (1.4) |
| Atorvastatin 20 mg | 4 (2.9) |
| Simvastatin 20 mg | 57 (40.7) |
| Simvastatin 40 mg | 63 (45.0) |
| Low-intensity statin | |
| Simvastatin 10 mg | 7 (5.0) |
