Lipitor is statin?

Is Lipitor a statin?

Yes. Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a statin medication used to lower cholesterol levels. It works by reducing cholesterol production in the liver, helping lower LDL (“bad” cholesterol). [1]

What is Lipitor used for?

Lipitor is prescribed to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events (like heart attack and stroke) in people at higher risk. [1]

What’s the generic name of Lipitor?

Lipitor’s generic name is atorvastatin. [1]

How is it different from other statins?

Lipitor is one of several statins; others include simvastatin, rosuvastatin, and pravastatin. They work the same way (statin mechanism), but differ in potency, dosing, and how people respond. [1]

Sources

1. https://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html