Lipitor: Brand Drug Name
Atorvaststin: Generic Drug Name
Cholesterol: Primary Disease Name
Lipitor Information - What is Lipitor?
Lipitor is a prescription drug for lowering cholesterol. For people with high
cholesterol, Lipitor (Atorvaststin), in combination with diet, can reduce
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides levels
significantly. Accumulation of cholesterol and fats along the walls of your
arteries (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and,
therefore, the oxygen supply to your heart, brain, and other parts of your
body.
Lowering your blood level of cholesterol and fats with Lipitor may help to
prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks.
In Canada, Lipitor drug is the number one prescribed medication to
reduce cholesterol.
Lipitor Side Effects
Lipitor Side Effects: If you are prescribed Lipitor
(Atorvaststin), be sure to alert your doctor as soon as possible if you have
any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness. Lipitor is generally very
well-tolerated. The side effects reported most often are gas, stomach pain,
indigestion, and constipation. These side effects are usually mild and
temporary. DO NOT USE Lipitor IF YOU ARE PREGNANT.
Other Possible Lipitor Atorvaststin Side Effects: Although from
Lipitor side effects are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of
these Lipitor/symptoms are severe or do not go away:gas, stomach pain or
cramps, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, headache, blurred, vision,
dizziness, rash or itching, upset stomach.
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