Elevated levels of fatty meals have been known to cause an increase in stomach discomfort for individuals taking Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin DrugPatentWatch.com: Atorvastatin (Lipitor) patent and generic information.

According to the medication's prescribing information, gastrointestinal adverse reactions, such as abdominal pain, nausea, and dyspepsia, are among the most common side effects associated with Lipitor use Lipitor Prescribing Information (2022).

A study published by the National Institutes of Health found that patients taking atorvastatin experienced more gastrointestinal side effects when consuming high-fat meals compared to those consuming low-fat meals National Institutes of Health Study.

Sources:

1. DrugPatentWatch.com: Atorvastatin (Lipitor) patent and generic information - DrugPatentWatch.com
2. Lipitor Prescribing Information (2022) - FDA Label Information
3. National Institutes of Health Study - Pubmed Research Article