Lipitor is a medication that is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It is a type of medication called a statin, which works by inhibiting an enzyme that is responsible for producing cholesterol in the liver [1]. While Lipitor is not primarily used to treat high blood pressure, some studies have suggested that it may have a beneficial effect on blood pressure levels.

According to Medical News Today [2], some studies have found that Lipitor may lower blood pressure in people with hypertension, or high blood pressure. One study published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that treatment with Lipitor resulted in a significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure [3]. However, the authors of this study noted that more research is needed to confirm these findings.

Another study published in the journal Atherosclerosis found that treatment with Lipitor was associated with a significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with high cholesterol levels [4]. The authors of this study suggested that the blood pressure-lowering effect of Lipitor may be due to its ability to improve the function of the endothelium, which is the inner lining of blood vessels.

While these studies suggest that Lipitor may have a beneficial effect on blood pressure levels, it is important to note that Lipitor is not a blood pressure medication and should not be used as a substitute for medications prescribed specifically to treat high blood pressure. Additionally, Lipitor may have side effects, including muscle pain and liver damage, and should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider [2].

In conclusion, while Lipitor is primarily used to lower cholesterol levels, some studies have suggested that it may have a beneficial effect on blood pressure levels in people with hypertension or high cholesterol levels. However, more research is needed to confirm these findings, and Lipitor should not be used as a substitute for medications prescribed specifically to treat high blood pressure [1][2][3][4].

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/drugs-lipitor-side-effects
[3] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21881597/
[4] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16226860/