Statins are a class of drugs used to treat high cholesterol. They work by lowering "bad" cholesterol and, by doing so, reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. The drugs can be prescribed at different strengths, categorized as low-dose, moderate-dose, or high-dose. More is not always better when it comes to statins. Low-dose statins can be used to ensure the appropriate dose-meaning a dose high enough to achieve the optimal effects but not so high as to cause potentially serious side effects, like liver and kidney problems.
Source: Verywell health
