Lipitor

What Is Lipitor Used For

Lipitor is a drug that blocks the body's natural ability to make cholesterol. Lipitor can also help lower blood cholesterol levels for patients suffering from stroke or heart disease. Lipitor is not a cure and is only for patients who are not trying to lower their cholesterol by a controlled diet.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Lipitor.

How To Use Lipitor

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Lipitor tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water. Remember, when taking Lipitor or any prescription drug to always follow the label closely. To prevent an upset stomach you may take Lipitor with food. Be sure to space your doses evenly and do not take more often than directed.

Lipitor should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Lipitor

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Lipitor to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Birth control pills
  • Herbal medicines such as Went Yeast
  • Medicines for fungal infections
  • Cimetidine
  • Medicines used to stop early pregnancy
  • Medicines that suppress your immune system such as cyclosporine
  • Troglitazone
  • Medicines to lower cholesterol or triglycerides
  • Nefazodone
  • Spironolactone
  • Medicines for treating HIV Infection
  • Diltiazem
  • Phenytoin
  • Antacids
  • Verapamil
  • Grapefruit juice
  • Certain antibiotics such as clarithromycin and erythromycin
  • Digoxin
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Lipitor may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Lipitor and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Lipitor using the links under About Lipitor