Lipitor is a brand name for the drug atorvastatin, which is a type of medication known as a statin. Statins are used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology [2], regular exercise has been shown to reduce the side effects of statins such as muscle pain and weakness. The study found that patients who exercised regularly had a lower incidence of statin-related muscle symptoms compared to those who did not exercise. Exercise also helped to improve overall cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease.

According to the Mayo Clinic [3], some of the common side effects of Lipitor include muscle pain, weakness, and tenderness. These side effects can be more common in people who are older, have kidney or liver disease, or are taking other medications. However, the Mayo Clinic also notes that these side effects are usually mild and go away on their own within a few weeks of starting the medication.

Drug Patent Watch [1] notes that Lipitor has been available in the United States since 1996 and has been used by millions of people to lower their cholesterol levels. The drug works by blocking an enzyme that is involved in the production of cholesterol in the liver. This helps to reduce the amount of cholesterol that is circulating in the blood.

In conclusion, regular exercise has been shown to reduce the side effects of statins such as Lipitor, including muscle pain and weakness. While Lipitor can cause some side effects, they are usually mild and go away on their own within a few weeks. Lipitor has been available for over 20 years and has been used by millions of people to lower their cholesterol levels.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4679305/
[3] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statin-side-effects/art-20046013