Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. According to Drug Patent Watch [1], there are no alternative cholesterol medications that do not interact with Lipitor. However, there are alternative medications that can be used in combination with Lipitor to achieve better results in lowering cholesterol levels. These alternative medications include bile acid sequestrants, ezetimibe, and PCSK9 inhibitors.

Bile acid sequestrants work by binding to bile acids in the intestine, which prevents their reabsorption. This leads to an increase in the excretion of bile acids, which in turn leads to a decrease in cholesterol levels in the blood. Examples of bile acid sequestrants include cholestyramine and colesevelam [2].

Ezetimibe is a medication that works by blocking the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine. It is often used in combination with a statin medication, such as Lipitor, to achieve better results in lowering cholesterol levels [3].

PCSK9 inhibitors are a newer class of medications that work by blocking a protein in the liver that regulates cholesterol levels in the blood. These medications are typically used in combination with a statin medication, such as Lipitor, in patients with very high cholesterol levels or those who are at high risk of heart disease [4].

It is important to note that all medications, including those used to lower cholesterol levels, can have side effects and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Patients should discuss the risks and benefits of different treatment options with their healthcare provider to determine the best course of treatment for their individual needs.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.goodrx.com/cholestyramine
[3] https://www.goodrx.com/ezetimibe
[4] https://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/pcsk9-inhibitors-for-high-cholesterol