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Is it necessary to adjust meal times while taking lipitor?



Lipitor is a brand name for atorvastatin, which is a type of statin used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. According to the sources provided, there is no specific recommendation to adjust meal times while taking Lipitor.

The drug patent watch website [1] provides information on the patent status of Lipitor, but it does not mention anything about meal times. The British Heart Foundation [2] mentions that statins, including Lipitor, should be taken with or without food, but it does not suggest any specific adjustments to meal times. The Mayo Clinic [3] also states that atorvastatin can be taken with or without food and recommends following the instructions on the prescription label.

In summary, based on the sources provided, there is no evidence to suggest that meal times need to be adjusted while taking Lipitor. Patients should follow the instructions on the prescription label and take the medication with or without food as directed by their healthcare provider.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/medical/drug-cabinet/statins
[3] https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/atorvastatin-oral-route/proper-use/drg-20067003



Follow-up:   Lipitor with breakfast or dinner? Can Lipitor be taken on an empty stomach? Any food restrictions while taking Lipitor?





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