Lipitor, a cholesterol-lowering medication, is known to cause various side effects. Night sweats are a possible side effect of Lipitor, but it is not a rare occurrence [1]. According to the medication's safety label, sweating, including night sweats, is reported by less than 4% of patients taking Lipitor.

However, the question remains whether it is safe to take Lipitor despite experiencing night sweats. To alleviate night sweats, patients can consult their doctor about adjusting their Lipitor dosage [2]. A more gradual tapering of the dosage, as opposed to quitting abruptly, can minimize the risk of muscle damage and other withdrawal symptoms.

If you're experiencing persistent or severe night sweats while taking Lipitor, talk to your doctor. Your healthcare provider will assess the risks and benefits of continuing the medication and discuss alternative treatments for managing your cholesterol levels, should Lipitor pose more harm than benefit to your health.

According to the FDA, Lipitor's patent has expired, allowing several generic alternatives to become available [3]. Some of these generic options, such as atorvastatin, have a similar efficacy profile as Lipitor.

When in doubt, consult your healthcare provider about safely continuing your Lipitor prescription.

Sources:
[1] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/200615s19lbl.pdf
[2] https://www.lipitor.com/
[3] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drug/atorvastatin