Question 1

do you need a prescription for lipitor (atorvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Lipitor (atorvastatin): Lipitor (atorvastatin) requires a prescription.

Question 2

necessary for a patient to stop taking atorvastatin before angiogarphy?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no reported problems of angiogram dye and statins.

Question 3

what is a better cholesterol lowering medicine? lipitor (atorvastatin) or simvastatin?

Accepted Answer

Lipitor (atorvastatin): Works better than Simvastatin for some people. Simvastatin controls cholesterol for many people though [watch out for maximum dose and possible interactions with your other drugs]. Good news: Lipitor is now available as atorvastatin, its generic form, so it's cheaper! remember about eating well and exercising too. Good question.

Question 4

what should i do when i have a reaction after eating grapefruit  while taking lipitor (atorvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Wait: There's nothing you can do but to wait for it to wear off - if you're having muscle pain, you can take an otc analgesic for 6-12 hours.

Question 5

atorvastatin can that cause weight gain? i gained a few pounds since starting it. maybe it was change of diet. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Typically, atorvastatin does not cause weight gain or weight loss. A change in diet, depending on the change, can certainly lead to weight gain. You may want to see a nutritionist to get some advice on the best diet for you to avoid significant undesired weight gain, and to control your lipids. You can call your primary care provider for a referral. Best of luck to you!

Question 6

is it a good idea to replace statins -- lipitor (atorvastatin) in particular -- with grapefruit?  my dad just did so, and i'm worried.

Accepted Answer

No!: Hi. Grapefruit is great stuff. I love it. But it's a tasty fruit and Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a fantastics death and disease reducing medicine. There is no relationship. It's like replacing your bicycle with a new kitchen faucet. Bicycles and kitchen faucets are both great things, but neither one can take the place of the other. My advice to your dad is enjoy the grapefruit and take Lipitor (atorvastatin)!

Question 7

i accidentally took a double dose of my lisinopril 10mg one at 3pm and one at 2am will this be harmful. and also my atorvastatin 20 mg?

Accepted Answer

: It should not be a big deal. However, just be on the safe side if you feel symptoms of low blood pressure (lightheadedness, unsteady when changing position from sit to stand, palpitation, etc.), you should drink some chicken broth or eating salty soup and stay in bed until those symptoms resolve.

Question 8

my husband has quickly lost a lot of muscle. lipitor (atorvastatin) is blamed. should he try reving up on stuff to build muscle to help?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Lipitor (atorvastatin) usually can cause muscle aches and seldom causes muscle loss so to speak. Eating a well balanced, plant rich diet with regular exercise and strength training will help to build muscle. Check with your doctor first.

Question 9

what are some of the causes of gold strong smelling urine? can this be a side effect of atorvastatin added about the same time as this started?

Accepted Answer

Most common reason: Would be lack of adequate hydration.

Question 10

i am taking amox tr-k clv 875 mg 125 mg every 12 hours but want to take it once a day instead. i am a diabetic and taking farxiga,oseni,lipitor (atorvastatin).

Accepted Answer

I would advise not: to do that. The antibiotic is 12 hours tab, and it becomes low in the body after 12 hours resulting in being not effective as well as making the infection grow resistance to the Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate).

It is usually 7 to 10 days, so please bear it and continue taking as prescribed.

Thank you and good luck.

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Atorvastatin can that cause weight gain? i gained a few pounds since starting it. maybe it was change of diet. thank you?

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Is it a good idea to replace statins -- lipitor (atorvastatin) in particular -- with grapefruit? my dad just did so, and i'm worried.

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I accidentally took a double dose of my lisinopril 10mg one at 3pm and one at 2am will this be harmful. and also my atorvastatin 20 mg?

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My husband has quickly lost a lot of muscle. lipitor (atorvastatin) is blamed. should he try reving up on stuff to build muscle to help?

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What are some of the causes of gold strong smelling urine? can this be a side effect of atorvastatin added about the same time as this started?

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I am taking amox tr-k clv 875 mg 125 mg every 12 hours but want to take it once a day instead. i am a diabetic and taking farxiga,oseni,lipitor (atorvastatin).

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