LIPITOR

Lipitor (Atorvastatin) belongs to the HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or statins, class of medicines. Lipitor is a drug that treats in conjunction with a healthy diet to lower bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein), raise good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein), and lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).In persons with type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors such as high cholesterol, Lipitor treats high cholesterol and reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart issues.

USES

1.  Before you start taking Lipitor, and each time you get a refill, read the Patient Information Leaflet if one is available from your pharmacist.
2.  Inquire with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns.
3. Take this medication by mouth once a day, with or without food, as instructed by your doctor.
4. The dosage is determine your medical condition, treatment response, age, and any other medications you are taking.
5. Make a list of all the products you use and give it to your doctor and pharmacist (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
6. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medication.
7. The amount of this drug in your bloodstream can increase by eating grapefruit. For more information, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
8. If you’re taking other cholesterol-lowering medications (bile acid-binding resins like cholestyramine or colestipol), take atorvastatin at least 1 hour before or 4 hours after you take them.
9. These substances may react with atorvastatin, preventing it from absorbing.
10. To receive the best enjoy this drug, take it on a daily basis.
11.  It’s important to take it at the same time every day. Even if you feel OK, keep taking this medication. The majority of persons with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not experience any symptoms.

Symptoms of liver disease

• Such as Hips
• Shoulders
• Neck
• And back muscle weakness
• Have difficulty lifting your arms
• Climbing
• Or standing
• Upper stomach pain
• Weakness, tiredness
• Such as Loss of appetite
• Dark urine
• And yellowing of the skin or eyes

Signs of kidney problems

• Urinating seldom or not at all
• Swelling in your feet or ankles
• Fatigue or shortness of breath
• Achy joints
• Sore throat, stuffy nose
• A stomachache or
• You’re experiencing arm or leg pain

Warning

Serious drug interactions can occur when certain medicines are used together with Lipitor. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use now, and any medicine you start or stop using.

Atorvastatin can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have a fever, unusual tiredness, or dark-colored urine.

Foods high in fat or cholesterol should avoid. If you do not follow a cholesterol-reducing eating plan, Lipitor will be ineffective in lowering your cholesterol. Lipitor takes roughly 2 weeks to start working. Lipitor is one component of a comprehensive therapy plan that includes nutrition, exercise, and weight management. Keep a close eye on your nutrition, medicine, and exercise routines.

DOSAGE

Lipitor should take exactly as directed by your doctor. Read all drug guides or instruction sheets and follow all guidelines on your prescription label. Your doctor may adjust your dose from time to time to ensure you get the optimal outcomes. Use this medicine only as directed. Do not use it in bigger or lesser amounts or for longer than recommended.

Lipitor take once a day, with or without food. Each day, take the drug at the same time.

Unless your doctor tells you to, do not break a Lipitor pill before taking it.

You may need to take a break from taking this drug for a while if you have:

Seizures that are out of control

an electrolyte imbalance (such as blood potassium levels that are too high or too low)

• Serious disease or infection.
• A surgical procedure or a medical emergency

Lipitor is one part of a complete therapy plan that may include 

• Dietary changes
• Exercise
• And weight maintenance
• Pay strict attention to your doctor’s recommendation
• Store away from moisture, heat, and light at room temperature

OVERDOSE

Call a poison control center straight away if someone has overdosed and is experiencing dangerous symptoms such as

• Fainting out 
• Or having problems breathing.

NOTES

• Do not give this medication to anybody else.
• To monitor your progress or check for adverse effects, laboratory or medical tests (such as blood cholesterol/triglyceride levels) should be conducted on a regular basis. For more information, talk to your doctor.

MISSED DOSE

If you forget to take a dose, do so as soon as you remember. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose. Take your next dose at the same time every day. To catch up, do not increase the dose.

EXPIRATION

The pharmacist will add an expiration date to the label on the bottle when you acquire Lipitor from the pharmacy. This date is usually one year after the drug was given to you.

The expiration date ensures that the drug is still effective at the time specified. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken the position that expired drugs should not be used. If you have unused medication that has passed its expiration date, check with your pharmacist to see if you can still use it.

STORAGE

• Keep away from light and moisture at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C).
• Stay out of the restroom.
• All drugs should be kept out of reach of children and dogs.
• Unless otherwise directed, do not flush or pour drugs down the toilet or into a drain.
• When this product has expired or is no longer needed, properly dispose of it. For further information on how to safely dispose of your product, contact your pharmacist or a local trash disposal firm.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Remember to keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and only take Lipitor as directed.

Always check with your health provider to make sure the information on this page pertains to your specific situation.

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