Lipitor

Lipitor is a prescription medication used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides. It is also used to help prevent cardiovascular disease. Lipitor belongs to a class of drugs known as statins, which block an enzyme that controls the rate of cholesterol production in the body. Potential side effects of Lipitor may include headaches, muscle pain, diarrhea, and joint pain.

 

What Is Lipitor?

Lipitor® (atorvastatin calcium) is a prescription medication used to treat a number of conditions related to heart disease, including high cholesterol and high triglycerides.
 

Who Makes Lipitor?

Lipitor is manufactured by Pfizer.
 

What Is Lipitor Used For?

Lipitor has been licensed for several conditions. These Lipitor uses include the:
 

How Does Lipitor Work?

Lipitor is part of a class of drugs called statins (or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors).
 Lipitor works by blocking a particular enzyme, HMG-CoA reductase, that controls the rate of cholesterol production in the body. This causes the liver to make less cholesterol. Lipitor also:
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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