Is there a lawsuit against Lipitor?
For over a decade, plaintiffs have filed Lipitor lawsuits against Pfizer claiming the company failed to warn patients, doctors, and the public about the potential severe side effects caused by taking the drug.
What is the action of Lipitor?
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as “statins.” It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver.
How harmful is Lipitor?
Lipitor can cause severe and even life-threatening side effects including: Muscle damage (myopathy) Severe muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis) leading to possible kidney failure. Liver dysfunction.
Was there a recall on Lipitor?
The Class III recall of atorvastatin, a generic version of popular cholesterol med Lipitor, kicked off Feb. 19 and covers 10,440 90-count bottles and 224,710 500-count bottles, both of which contain 40-mg tablets of the drug, according to an FDA enforcement report.
When should you not take Lipitor?
Do not take LIPITOR if it has been more than 12 hours since you missed your last dose. Wait and take the next dose at your regular time. Do not take 2 doses of LIPITOR at the same time. If you take too much LIPITOR or overdose, call your doctor or Poison Control Center right away.
What are the contraindications of Lipitor?
Who should not take LIPITOR?
- untreated decreased level of thyroid hormones.
- alcoholism.
- a hemorrhage in the brain.
- liver failure.
- liver problems.
- decreased kidney function.
- a condition with muscle tissue breakdown called rhabdomyolysis.
- recent operation.
Are statins worth the risk?
Research has shown that statins are highly effective in reducing the risk of fatal heart attack and stroke. But some people are reluctant to take these life-saving drugs. They worry about taking medicine every day for the rest of their life or have heard that statins have undesirable side effects.
Can I ever stop taking Lipitor?
Nothing major will happen immediately if you stop taking Lipitor abruptly. You won’t have any withdrawal symptoms, etc. BUT in the long term your cholesterol will rise and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. I would recommend that you let your doctor know before you stop taking Lipitor.
Is Lipitor good or bad for You?
Potential Benefits of Lipitor. 1. Lowers Cholesterol. As you already know, Lipitor operates by reducing overall cholesterol and causing “good” cholesterol to increase while “bad” cholesterol decreases. It also lowers high triglycerides (a measure of a particular kind of fat in the blood) by up to 37 percent.
What can you take instead of Lipitor?
Several types of statins are available that could be considered alternatives to Lipitor. These include: Fluvastatin (Lescol ®, Lescol ® XL) Lovastatin (Altoprev ®, Mevacor ®) or combination medications that contain lovastatin ( Advicor ®) Pitavastatin (Livalo ®) Pravastatin (Pravachol ®) Rosuvastatin (Crestor ®)
What are the side effects of Lipitor?
Common side effects of Lipitor include: hemorrhagic stroke, arthralgia , diarrhea, and nasopharyngitis. Other side effects include: urinary tract infection, insomnia, limb pain, muscle spasm, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, and nausea.