Lipitor (atorvastatin) belongs to a class of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors or statins. It is used in conjunction with diet to lower bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), increase good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).
It is a medication used to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people who have type 2 diabetes. Lipitor is for use in adults and children over the age of ten.
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Get A Second OpinionDrug interactions can transform the way your medications function or put you at risk for major complications. Daptomycin and gemfibrozil are two drugs that may interact with this one.
Other medications may interfere with the removal of this medicine from your body, affecting its effectiveness. Cyclosporine, glecaprevir plus pibrentasvir, telaprevir, telithromycin, and ritonavir are a few examples.
Do not consume any red yeast rice products while taking this medicine because some red yeast rice products may contain lovastatin, a statin. Combining atorvastatin and red yeast rice products will increase your risk of serious muscle and liver problems.
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Book an AppointmentIt is necessary to take each dose of this medication on time. If you forget a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible to arrange for a new dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
If someone has taken an overdose of this medicine and has serious symptoms such as trouble breathing, seek medical advice immediately. Never take more doses than what is prescribed to you by your doctor.
Absorica should not be exposed to heat, air, or light, as this can damage it. The medicine must be kept in a safe place and far away from children’s reach.
| Lipitor | Crestor |
|---|---|
| Lipitor (atorvastatin) belongs to a class of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors or statins. | Crestor (rosuvastatin) belongs to a class of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins." |
| It is a medication used to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people who have type 2 diabetes. | Crestor is a medication used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides in adults and children over the age of eight. |
| It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body, reducing the amount of cholesterol that can build up on the artery walls and block blood flow to parts of the body. | Crestor works to lower cholesterol in two ways: it inhibits an enzyme in the liver, causing the liver to produce less cholesterol, and it increases the liver's uptake and breakdown of cholesterol already in the blood. |
It is a medication used to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people who have type 2 diabetes. Lipitor is for use in adults and children over the age of ten.
Lipitor's side effects include myopathy, a muscle disease, and rhabdomyolysis, a muscle breakdown that can lead to kidney damage and failure. When atorvastatin is combined with certain antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals, the risk of these complications increases.
While taking Lipitor, avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol foods. Large amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice should also be avoided because they can increase the risk of serious side effects. Excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided as it can lead to serious liver problems.
Statins, like many medications, can cause side effects such as digestive issues, muscle pain and weakness, and cognitive dysfunction. Weight gain is another side effect associated with statins.
Fat-soluble statins, such as Lipitor, Mevacor, Vytorin, and Zocor, have been found to be more likely to cause insomnia or nightmares because they can more easily penetrate cell membranes and cross the blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain from chemicals in the blood.
You will not experience any withdrawal symptoms. Stopping atorvastatin, however, may cause your cholesterol to rise, increasing your chances of having a heart attack or a stroke. If you want to stop taking your medication, you must find another way to reduce your cholesteroll.
Lipitor and other statin drugs block the antioxidant effects of vitamin E, which is found in multivitamins. Vitamin E can interfere with the health benefits of statins, so it is advisable to avoid taking them together.
Lipitor is the brand name for Atorvastatin. Both contain the same active ingredient and are used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as Atorvastatin can interact with certain drugs. Avoid heavy alcohol consumption and follow a low-cholesterol diet to enhance the medication's effectiveness.
Yes, but if you are taking other cholesterol-lowering medications (such as bile acid-binding resins like cholestyramine or colestipol), take Atorvastatin at least 1 hour before or 4 hours after these medications to avoid interactions.
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