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I was recently tested for cholesterol levels and my ldl was 131 and my hdl was 55 and it was recomended that i take 40 mg of lipitor. ?
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Risk factors: Do have other risk factors, such as diabetes, hypertension, prior heart attack, family history of heart attacks or strokes, overweight? You should limit your intake of saturated fats and exercise at least 150 minutes/week and reevaluate your need to take Lipitor with your doctor.
Answered 3/23/2019
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