How should I store my statins?

Manufacturers recommend storing statin tablets in a tightly closed, light-resistant container in a dry place at room temperature between 20-25ºC.^1–5

According to the National Council on Patient Information and Education, heat and moisture from the shower, sink, and bath can decrease potency and cause premature expiration.⁶

References

1. Altoprev [package insert]. Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Watson Laboratories - Florida; 2002. Accessed September 20, 2021. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/021316s028lbl.pdf
2. Zocor [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck and Co., Inc.; 2010. Accessed September 20, 2021. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/019766s078lbl.pdf
3. Lescol [package insert]. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2012 Accessed September 20, 2021. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/021192s019lbl.pdf
4. Lipitor [package insert]. Dublin, Ireland: Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals; 2009. Accessed September 20, 2021. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/020702s056lbl.pdf
5. Crestor [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP: 2010. Accessed September 20, 2021. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/021366s016lbl.pdf
6. National Council on Patient Information and Education. Safe medicine storage & disposal. BeMedWise. Accessed September 20, 2021. http://www.bemedwise.org/medication-safety/drug-storage-and-disposal.