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Can lipitor lower high blood pressure?



Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, is a medication that is primarily used to lower cholesterol levels in the body. While it is not specifically designed to lower high blood pressure, there is some evidence to suggest that it may have a positive impact on blood pressure when used in combination with other medications.

A study conducted by Pfizer [2] found that adding Lipitor to an effective blood pressure treatment provided a significant reduction in heart attacks or deaths from heart attacks over five years. The study involved more than 10,000 patients with high blood pressure and at least one other risk factor for heart disease. The patients were randomly assigned to receive either Lipitor or a placebo in addition to their blood pressure medication. The results showed that the group receiving Lipitor had a 36% reduction in the risk of heart attack or death from heart attack compared to the placebo group.

However, it is important to note that Lipitor can have some side effects [3], including muscle pain, liver damage, and an increased risk of diabetes. Additionally, Lipitor is not a first-line treatment for high blood pressure and should only be used in combination with other medications under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

In conclusion, while Lipitor is not specifically designed to lower high blood pressure, there is some evidence to suggest that it may have a positive impact on blood pressure when used in combination with other medications. However, Lipitor can have side effects and should only be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Sources:
[2] https://www.pfizer.com/news/press-release/press-release-detail/adding_lipitor_early_to_effective_blood_pressure_treatment_provided_a_significant_reduction_in_heart_attacks_or_deaths_from_heart_attacks_over_five_years
[3] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/drugs-lipitor-side-effects



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