Tablet Splitting of Atorvastatin 40 mg

Clinical Practice Considerations

• High-intensity statin therapy, which includes atorvastatin 40-80 mg, reduces LDL-C by ≥50% and provides significant cardiovascular risk reduction, according to the American College of Cardiology 1
• When splitting is necessary to achieve the desired dose, atorvastatin is a suitable option compared to some other statins, as stated by the American College of Cardiology 1

Practical Recommendations for Tablet Splitting

• Monitor lipid levels periodically to ensure therapeutic efficacy is maintained, as recommended by the American College of Cardiology 2