Lipitor for Heart Disease
risks submit a link
Check out this large compilation of links relating to statins, such as Lipitor, and their side effects. Browse to get more details of an NIH funded study on the side effects of statins.
Avoid grapefruit
eMedTV
If you're taking Lipitor for heart disease, then be aware that grapefruit products can increase the levels of Lipitor in your body and should be avoided.
Lipitor: Unpublished side effects?
Space Doc
Dr. Duane Graveline discusses the possible side effects of Lipitor on memory and muscle pain. Read many anecdotal accounts from people who take Lipitor for heart disease.
The gene behind Lipitor and muscle pain
Science Daily
Muscle pain is one of the most common side effects of Lipitor treatment. Scientists have discovered the gene responsible for causing muscle pain while on Lipitor for heart disease.
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Lipitor vs the generics
New York Times
News report on Pfizer's campaign of advertisements, lobbying efforts and scientific studies to prevent Lipitor from losing out to generic drugs used to treat heart disease.
Get all pertinent information regarding using Lipitor for heart disease in this easy to scan page. A must read for anyone on Lipitor.
This report stresses that the benefits of using Lipitor for heart disease outweigh the risks of controversial side effects such as memory loss.
Worried about the safety of Lipitor?
Biospace
Rest assured; extensive analysis of data from clinical trials conducted by Pfizer confirm that Lipitor taken for heart disease is safe and well-tolerated.
Why use Lipitor for heart disease? Pfizer site explains how high cholesterol levels increase your risk for heart disease. Lowering your cholesterol with Lipitor can reduce your risks.
Are statins the right choice for you?
Revolution Health
Lipitor belongs to a class of drugs called statins, which are used to treat heart disease. This article provides a balanced summary of the pros and cons of statin therapy.
Development of Lipitor
Oral Chelation
Did you know that Lipitor, now the number one drug for heart disease, barely made it to the market? Read the fascinating back story into the development of Lipitor.
The technical details
Rx List
A detailed look at the pharmocology of Lipitor for heart disease. Includes details of mechanism of action, absorption, distribution and other details of interest to doctors, pharmacists and patients.
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Got side effects?
UCSD
If you are currently taking Lipitor for heart disease and experiencing side effects, Dr. Golomb would like to know. Complete a short survey on your experience with Lipitor to be a part of this study.

