Generic Name: Atorvastin Calcium
Use
Lipitor is used in combination with diet modification to treat primary hypercholesterolemia in those at risk for coronary artery disease who have not responded to other treatments alone.
Dosages
Dosages may require modification to adjust for individual sensitivities and associated medical conditions.
Side effects
The most common side effects associated with Lipitor were constipation, flatulence, indigestion, and abdominal pain. If you are prescribed Lipitor your healthcare professional may want to conduct routine blood tests to check your liver function before and after starting treatment.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to atorvastatin, have active liver disease, have unexplained persistent liver function test elevations, are a nursing mother, have a known or suspected pregnancy. |
