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Atorvastatin (brand name: Lipitor) is a cholesterol-lowering drug that belongs to the statin class of drugs.
Information About Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
Atorvastatin, or Lipitor, is a cholesterol-lowering drug that belongs to the statin class of drugs. Lipitor raises HDL levels and also lowers LDL and triglyceride levels.
Atorvastatin Information From Your About.com Guide To Drugs
Your About.com Guide to Drugs, Anthony DeCostanzo, provides you with a comprehensive look at atorvastatin (Lipitor), including its uses, how it works in the body, and side effects.
Atorvastatin Drug Information
This website tells you information about atorvastatin(Lipitor), including how to take the medication, possible side effects, and who should not take this medication.
Does Atorvastatin Hold The Key To Reducing Coronary Heart Disease?
A study recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that taking high dose atorvastatin may be able to halt the formation of arterial plaque associated with coronary artery disease.
Information About Lipitor - From Pfizer
Information about Lipitor (atorvastatin), including clinical trial information, from its manufacturer, Pfizer.
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