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For lowering LDL and total cholesterol which is more effective between atorvastatin and simvastatin?
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Simvastatin is a better drug with less side effects.
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Atorvastatin is more potent.
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Atorvas is a little more effective for controlling LDL and simvastatin is little more effective in increasing HDL.
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