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Lipitor effects on hypercholesterolemia

Lipitor is also used to increase the level of HDL (good) cholesterol in your blood. These actions are important in reducing the risk of hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke and peripheral vascular disease.Buy Lipitor from our trusted Canadian online pharmacy speedyhealth at discounted rates which comes in tablet form and should be taken with full glass of water usually once a day.

Lipitor do’s & don’ts

Do use alcohol in moderation as alcohol and this medication used together can damage your liver

Do inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including over the counter drugs, herbal and complementary medicines

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to atorvastatin; or to other "statins"; or if you have any other allergies

Do follow your doctor's directions for a healthy diet and exercise. Medicine is prescribed only when additional help is needed and this medicine is only effective when a healthy diet is followed

Do tell the doctor, dentist or surgeon you are taking this medicine before taking any dental or emergency treatment

Don’t eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice

Don’t smoke as smoking tends to increase your cholesterol level and puts a strain on the heart and circulatory system

Lipitor side effects

Headache, diarrhoea, stomach/abdominal pain, or joint pain may occur.

This drug Lipitor may infrequently cause muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (which can rarely lead to a very serious condition called rhabdomyolysis). Seek immediate medical attention if you develop muscle problems especially with fever or unusual tiredness.

Tell your doctor immediately if serious side effects like yellowing eyes and skin, dark urine, severe fatigue, severe stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea or change in the amount of urine occur.