Lipitor

Lipitor is a medication that is used in conjunction with a proper diet to help lower cholesterol. Lowering your cholesterol can help reduce the risks of a heart attack or a stroke. Lipitor helps reduce the LDL and overall cholesterol level in your blood.http://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html

Before you take Lipitor, you should tell your doctor about any other medical conditions or any medications that you are currently taking. This medication can react with certain other drugs and cause harmful reactions. If you know that you are pregnant or there could be a chance that you are pregnant, you should not take Lipitor. It can cause birth defects to an unborn child.http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-3330-Lipitor+Oral.aspx?drugid=3330&drugname=Lipitor+Oral&source=1

As with most drugs, Lipitor does have side effects. Some are common and some may be more serious and need medical attention. Medications can also sometimes cause serious allergic reactions. If you have symptoms that could be associated with an allergic reaction, stop taking the medication and get medical help immediately. Signs of an allergic reaction can include a rash, itching, hives, facial swelling, swelling of the lips, throat, or tongue, and difficulty breathing.http://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html

Experiencing any of the serious side effects will mean you need to visit your doctor or emergency room immediately. Serious side effects can include muscle pain, weakness, fever, flu like symptoms, nausea, dark urine, loss of appetite, jaundice, or clay-colored stools.http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-3330-Lipitor+Oral.aspx?drugid=3330&drugname=Lipitor+Oral&source=1

Here are some of the more common side effects that are associated with taking Lipitor; headache, rash, itching, stuffy nose, gas, bloating, constipation, stomach pain, heartburn, or mild nausea.http://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html

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