“Simvastatin showed superior LDL reduction and higher level of adherence when being instructed to be taken before bedtime,” the researchers added.
Why the evening?
Harvard Health explains: “Statins block an enzyme that helps the liver make cholesterol. In most people, cholesterol production peaks late in the evening.
“The body breaks down fluvastatin (Lescol), lovastatin (generic, Mevacor), pravastatin (generic, Pravachol), and simvastatin (generic, Zocor) fairly quickly.”
So, the health body points out, taking them in the evening ensures that you have enough medicine on board when you need it the most.
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