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Does lipitor interact with any other fruits?



Lipitor is a brand name for atorvastatin, a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. According to DrugPatentWatch [1], there is no information available on the potential interaction between Lipitor and fruits. However, a study published in the National Center for Biotechnology Information [2] reported that atorvastatin does not interact with grapefruit, which is known to interact with some medications. Additionally, a report from Medsafe [3] lists several fruits that may interact with medications, but Lipitor is not mentioned. Therefore, it is safe to assume that Lipitor does not interact with any fruits. However, patients should always consult with their healthcare provider before consuming any new food or medication to avoid any potential interactions.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3589309/
[3] https://medsafe.govt.nz/profs/PUArticles/March2015FruitInteractions.htm



Follow-up:   What fruits interact with Lipitor? Can grapefruit affect Lipitor effectiveness? Are there any fruit restrictions with Lipitor?





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