Questions and Answers
What is the definition of High Intensity Statin Therapy?
What is the dosage range for Atorvastatin in Moderate Intensity Statin Therapy?
10 mg - 20 mg
What is the dosage for Lovastatin in Moderate Intensity Statin Therapy?
40 mg
Which of the following is Low Intensity Statin Therapy? (Select all that apply)
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What is considered the definition of Low Intensity Statin Therapy for Pitavastatin?
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Which statin has a dosage range of 5 mg - 10 mg in Moderate Intensity Statin Therapy?
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What is the dosage for Fluvastatin in Moderate Intensity Statin Therapy?
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Study Notes
Statin Therapy Classifications
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High Intensity Statin Therapy
- Atorvastatin dosage: 40 mg to 80 mg
- Rosuvastatin dosage: 20 mg to 40 mg
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Moderate Intensity Statin Therapy
- Atorvastatin dosage: 10 mg to 20 mg
- Rosuvastatin dosage: 5 mg to 10 mg
- Simvastatin dosage: 20 mg to 40 mg
- Pravastatin dosage: 40 mg to 80 mg
- Lovastatin dosage: 40 mg
- Fluvastatin XL dosage: 80 mg
- Fluvastatin dosage: 40 mg taken twice daily (BID)
- Pitavastatin dosage: 2 mg to 4 mg
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Low Intensity Statin Therapy
- Simvastatin dosage: 10 mg
- Pravastatin dosage: 10 mg to 20 mg
- Lovastatin dosage: 20 mg
- Fluvastatin dosage: 20 mg to 40 mg
- Pitavastatin dosage: 1 mg
Summary of Statin Types
- Statins categorized based on intensity (high, moderate, low) indicative of their strength and effects on cholesterol levels.
- Dosage varies significantly across different statins, affecting therapeutic goals and patient treatment plans.
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Description
This quiz explores the different classifications of statin therapies based on intensity levels. Participants will learn about high, moderate, and low intensity statin dosages as well as their therapeutic implications. Understanding these classifications is crucial for appropriate patient treatment plans.
