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Atorvastatin beats rosuvastatin for kidneys

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Two related trials suggest that the two statins have different effects on urinary protein excretion, with atorvastatin seemingly protective, and rosuvastatin exerting no protective effects, and potentially causing harm. Data on hard events, however, are still needed.

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Tags: Cholesterol Medication, Diabetes, Kidney Health, Urinary System, Protein, Lipitor, Crestor, Event

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