- first).
- Request the lowest effective dose—many do fine on 5–10 mg instead of 40–80 mg.
- Get baseline and follow-up bloodwork for CK, liver enzymes, A1C, and fasting insulin.
- Explore advanced lipid testing (LDL particle size, Lp(a), ApoB) to see if you truly need high-dose therapy.
- Discuss non-statin options: bempedoic acid, PCSK9 inhibitors, or aggressive lifestyle changes that often rival drugs.
| Daily Checklist for Smarter Statin Use |
|---|
| Take CoQ10? ☐ |
| Lowest dose possible? ☐ |
| Recent CK & liver tests? ☐ |
| A1C monitored every 6 months? ☐ |
| Strength training 2–3x/week? ☐ |
| Sleep 7–9 hours? ☐ |
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