What If You
Forget a Dose?
For atorvastatin tablets, current MedlinePlus guidance says that if you miss a dose, you should skip the missed dose and continue your normal dosing schedule rather than doubling the next dose.
Always follow the specific instructions provided with your prescription, since formulations and individual instructions can differ.
Should You Stop Atorvastatin If Your Cholesterol Becomes Normal?
Not on your own.
A good cholesterol result may actually indicate that the medication and lifestyle measures are doing their job.
Stopping treatment can cause cholesterol to rise again and may reduce the cardiovascular protection the medication provides.
If you’re experiencing side effects or simply don’t want to continue treatment, talk to your healthcare provider.
There may be options such as changing the dose, trying another statin, or considering a different cholesterol-lowering treatment when medically appropriate.
The Bottom Line
Atorvastatin is much
more than simply a “cholesterol pill.”
