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Switching  atorvastatin to  Rosuvastatin

2024-05-27 19:13:05
Hi Our doctor prescribed a switch to Rosuvastatin 20 mg . From atorvastatin . Is it ok? Lipid profile report is normal.
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YES, both atorvastatin and rosuvastatin are of the same group of lipid lowering medicines. Nothing to worry. You can continue any of the two.
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salt and oil restricted diet, daily exercise and walking.

Answered2024-05-28 02:53:45

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