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

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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.

Answered 11/28/2013

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