Table 1 Statin intensity level groupings based on types and doses of statins
Type of statin (x = dose in mg) | Low-intensity (LI) | Moderate-intensity (MI) | High-intensity (HI) |
|---|---|---|---|
Pravastatin | 0 < x ≤ 40 | x > 40 | NA |
Lovastatin | 0 < x ≤ 40 | x > 40 | NA |
Simvastatin | 0 < x ≤ 20 | 20 < x ≤ 80 | x > 80 |
Atorvastatin | 0 < x ≤ 10 | 10 < x < 40 | x ≥ 40 |
Rosuvastatin | 0 < x ≤ 5 | 5 < x < 20 | x ≥ 20 |