Lipitor Questions

1. What is the difference between Lipitor and Zocor?

   Lipitor and Zocor are both pharmaceutical drugs that are used in the treatment of heart disease and cholesterol. Lipitor has been shown to have a faster effect on the body at 1-2 hours while Zocor ( which is considered the generic and therefore "cheaper" version) comes into effect about 4 hours after dosing...
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2. When does the Lipitor patent expire?

   It will expire at the beginning of the year two thousand and twelve. Once the patent expires there will be a boom of generic drugs for Lipitor. Currently due to the patent there are no generics available for people to take as opposed to taking the real thing...
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3. Can you eat grapefruit while on Lipitor?

   A lot of us like to eat grapefruit as part of our daily diet. Regrettably studies have shown that it is best to limit how much grapefruit you eat while taking Lipitor(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a600045.html). Lipitor can potentially lead to certain types of muscle and joint pain...
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4. Are Lipitor and simvastatin the same?

   I use to take Lipitor but had some side effects with it. The doctor changed me over to Zocor which is the same type of drug. Simvastatin is simply the generic of Zocor. Simvastatin is less expensive than Zocor or Lipitor. All three drugs lower cholesterol.
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5. Is Lipitor or Zocor safer?

   Both Lipitor and Zocor are safe and effective drugs. Deciding to switch between these two medications is completely dependent on your health and the side effects you experience with each drug. Zocor is available as a generic, making it cheaper than Lipitor but may not be as effective, depending on the state of your health...
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6. What is the difference between Lipitor and atorvastatin?

   Lipitor is the brand name drug from Pfizer which is a lipid inhibitor. It is made of Atorvastatin-Calcium. Genereic Atrovastatin is now available, typically for a lower price than brand-name Lipitor. The drugs act the same and are equally effective.
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7. When is the Lipitor patent expiration?

   Lipitor's current patent expires in June of 2011. Until then there will be no generic version of the popular cholesterol drug available.
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8. Do you need a prescription for Lipitor?

   Yes the anti-cholesterol drug Lipitor is available in the US by prescription only. This isn't a problem because most doctors will write a prescription for Lipitor for patients with high cholesterol. Never forget if you ask your doctor for a prescription the worst that can happen is that they say no!
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9. Does Lipitor affect your memory?

   Lipitor have reported that people have had some memory loss and can cause other side effects with taking it so be aware of the dangers by asking a doctor or pharmacist when ever handling medicine or taking. The best advice that I can give is to look things up on the internet and find information about...
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10. Can you drink alcohol while on Lipitor?

    Lipitor is a powerful drug that is used to treat high cholestrol. It is very strong and can produce many side effects. Doctors recommend people taking a statin drug like Lipitor should not take more than 2 glasses of alcohol daily as it can cause liver damage. The occasional one glass of alcohol is okay as long as it is done in extreme moderation...
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11. Is Lipitor or Pravastatin more effective?

    Well Lipitor is taken for Cholesterol and Pravastatin is for sodium in cholesterol but they are both Cholesterol related. There are reports that people are taking and being studied on more on Lipitor vs Pravastatin. Some Side effects that are both in Lipitor and Pravastatin are Nausea, chest paid, fatigue...
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12. What are the side effects from taking Lipitor with niacin?

    When taking both Niacin and Lipitor there is a possibility of developing both sore muscles and a serious muscle disorder. If taking this combination it's important to keep you doctor informed of any side effects you maybe having. This monitoring can prevent serious muscle problems.
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13. What is the difference between Lipitor and Pravachol?

    Lipitor and Pravachol are both used to lower cholesterol. They fall under the catagory of drugs referred to as statins. Lipitor is unique in that it also reduces triglyceride levels as well as lowering cholesterol. Pravachol is different from lipitor as it cam be more effective when prescribed with...
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14. Does Lipitor cause depression?

    Lipitor has been known to cause depression is some patients. If you are taking Lipitor, and experience depression symptoms, you should report to a doctor immediately so you can talk about an alternative. Do not stop taking Lipitor without notifying your doctor.
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15. Does Lipitor raise blood pressure?

    Lipitor is a powerful drug used to treat high cholestrol which can lead to heart attack. However one of the unfortunate side effect is that it can indeed cause high blood pressure. If your pressure stays high you will need to discuss this with your doctor who may have to reduce the dosage or give you another drug in its place...
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16. Is there a substitute for Lipitor?

    There are many alternatives to Lipitor that you should discuss with your doctor. First, you may talk with your doctor about adjusting your lifestyle before taking a cholesterol lowering medication. These changes may include major changes in diet and beginning a regimented exercise plan...
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17. When is the Lipitor generic date?

    According to what I have read, there is no generic Lipitor on the market as of yet. The most common projected release date I have come across is November 2011. It is worth noting that even though generic Lipitor is not on the market yet, there are several generic cholesterol medications readily available to the public...
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18. Does Lipitor cause cancer?

    I have not heard that Lipitor can cause cancer you can ask your local doctor or pharmacist at your local store and ask them if they have found studies of people getting cancer from this product. Side effects that I have heard are headaches, muscle pain, and joint pain that are really common in patients that are taking Lipitor...
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19. Does Lipitor cause neuropathy?

    Yes, Lipitor can cause a condition called Peripheral Neuropathy (a tingling, burning, or numbness). A new study has shown that this condition can be caused by statins. This condition (Peripheral Neuropathy) can be especially hard on diabetic patients due to their reduced muscle sensitivity..
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20. What are the symptoms of Lipitor withdrawal?

    For most people, there are generally no adverse effects once Lipitor is no longer taken. Now on the other hand, according to the American Heart Accociation, researchers found that people who had an ischemic stroke had much worse outcomes if their statins were abruptly discontinued...
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