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30 Ιουν 2022 · Carefully push down until the blade touches the pill. You don't need to apply too much pressure to cut it—you'll probably hear it break and see it split into two pieces. If you need to split the pill in half again, open the lid and move one of the pill halves into the narrow end of the cutter.
24 Αυγ 2023 · Stopping your statin medication abruptly may increase your heart attack or stroke risk. Doctors typically taper a statin dosage down slowly to reduce this risk. This article discusses how you may safely discontinue your statin medication with guidance from your doctor.
15 Οκτ 2024 · How to Split. If you’re taking a medication such as a statin to treat high cholesterol, you might be tempted to split the pills in half for various reasons—or maybe you’re already doing this with...
24 Μαρ 2023 · Quick Answer. Yes, Lipitor (atorvastatin) can safely be cut or split in half. Doing so does not negatively affect how the medication works. However, cutting or splitting Lipitor tablets should only be done if it is recommended by your doctor or pharmacist. Detailed Answer. Thanks so much for reaching out to us! I'm happy to answer this for you.
3 Ιαν 2024 · How it works. Atorvastatin may be used for the treatment of high cholesterol. Atorvastatin works by blocking an enzyme, called HMG-CoA reductase, in the liver that makes different types of lipids (this is the collective term for fats and cholesterol). Atorvastatin also boosts the breakdown of lipids.
For oral dosage form (tablets and suspension): For high cholesterol: Adults—At first, 10 or 20 milligrams (mg) once a day. Some patients may need to start at 40 mg per day. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 80 mg per day.
A doctor will normally take a very conservative approach when it comes to potentially withdrawing a patient from Atorvastatin therapy. Discontinuation is likely to only happen as and when absolutely necessary.
