Sometimes doctors may recommend taking statins in the evening.
“This is because your body makes most cholesterol at night,” said the NHS.
The national health body added: “If you’re not sure when to take your medicine, ask a pharmacist or your doctor for advice.
“Atorvastatin doesn’t upset the stomach, so you can take it with or without food.
“Swallow atorvastatin tablets whole with a glass of water.
“If you’ve been given chewable tablets, you can chew them or swallow them whole with a glass of water.”