Lipitor is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood, and it is not on the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) list of prohibited substances [1]. Therefore, athletes can take Lipitor without penalty as long as it is prescribed by a licensed physician and used for its intended purpose. However, it is important to note that athletes are responsible for any substances found in their system, and they must be able to prove that they have a legitimate medical reason for taking Lipitor if questioned by anti-doping authorities [2].

In the world of sports, there have been instances where athletes have faced penalties for their behavior on the field. For example, in 2010, soccer player Didier Drogba admitted that his penalty sulk during a match was a mistake and that he regretted his actions [3]. However, this incident is unrelated to the use of Lipitor by athletes.

In 2003, a promising Lipitor test prompted an early halt to a study [4]. The test found that Lipitor reduced the risk of heart attack and stroke by 36 percent in patients with high cholesterol levels. This discovery was significant because heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide.

In conclusion, athletes can take Lipitor without penalty as long as it is prescribed by a licensed physician and used for its intended purpose. Lipitor is not on WADA's list of prohibited substances [1]. It is important for athletes to be responsible for any substances found in their system and to be able to prove that they have a legitimate medical reason for taking Lipitor if questioned by anti-doping authorities [2].

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.wada-ama.org/en/questions-answers/athlete-faqs
[3] https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-soccer-england-drogba/drogba-admits-penalty-sulk-was-a-mistake-idUKTRE64829020100509
[4] https://www.nytimes.com/2003/06/17/business/company-news-promising-lipitor-test-prompts-early-halt-to-study.html