Lipitor - Statin Medication for Cholesterol Management

Lipitor is a prescription medication belonging to the statin class of drugs used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It is commonly prescribed to reduce the risk of heart-related conditions and manage high cholesterol.
Category
Drug
Where to get
Available by prescription from healthcare providers
Applicable for
Cholesterol Management | Heart Health
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Lipitor FAQ


Image credit: verywellhealth.com

What is Lipitor used for?

Lipitor may also be used to decrease the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood in children and teenagers 10 to 17 years of age who have familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia (an inherited condition in which cholesterol cannot be removed from the body normally).

What is the difference between Lipitor and atorvastatin?

Atorvastatin is also available as a generic drug. Lipitor comes as a tablet that you swallow, and you usually take it once per day. Lipitor is classified as a statin. These drugs help lower cholesterol levels in your body. Read on to learn more about Lipitor’s side effects, dosage, and some frequently asked questions.

Is Lipitor a statin?

Lipitor belongs to a class of drugs called statins. (A medication class is a group of drugs that work in a similar way.) Like other statins, Lipitor has been shown to help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and related death. Researchers in one study looked at people with high blood pressure but no history of heart attack.

Does Lipitor lower cholesterol?

Having high cholesterol levels in your blood raises your risk of cardiovascular disease. By lowering your cholesterol levels, Lipitor helps lower your risk of developing cardiovascular problems or needing treatments such as surgery or hospitalization. To learn how Lipitor lowers cholesterol, you can refer to “ How Lipitor works ” below.

Where can I find information about Lipitor?

You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about Lipitor that is written for health professionals. Or you can go to the Lipitor website at www.Lipitor.com. How do I store Lipitor? Store Lipitor at room temperature, 68 to 77°F (20 to 25°C). Do not keep medicine that is out of date or that you no longer need.

Lipitor References

If you want to know more about Lipitor, consider exploring links below:

What Is Lipitor

  1. https://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html
  2. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/statins
  3. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/lipitor
  4. https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/lipitor
  5. https://www.nps.org.au/medicine-finder/lipitor-tablets
  6. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statin-side-effects/art-20046013
  7. https://mydr.com.au/medicines/lipitor/

Lipitor Information

  1. https://www.lipitor.com/
  2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3330/lipitor-oral/details
  3. https://www.medicine.com/drug/lipitor

Explore Related Topics

Side Effects and Risks / Antibiotics and Antivirals for Older Adults

Are antibiotics and antivirals linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular issues in older adults?

Explore the potential connection between antibiotics, antivirals, and heart-related problems in the elderly population, as well as preventive measures.

Read 24 answer(s)
2024-Apr-06 00:48