Lipitor and ACE inhibitors are commonly prescribed medications for high cholesterol and high blood pressure, respectively. However, like any medication, they can cause adverse effects.

Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood [1]. Some common side effects of Lipitor include muscle pain, weakness, and liver problems. In rare cases, Lipitor can cause serious muscle problems, which can lead to kidney failure and even death. Therefore, patients taking Lipitor should be monitored for muscle pain or weakness, and liver function should be checked regularly [1].

ACE inhibitors, on the other hand, are a class of medications used to treat high blood pressure [2]. They work by relaxing blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure. Some common side effects of ACE inhibitors include dizziness, headache, and dry cough. In rare cases, ACE inhibitors can cause more serious side effects, such as kidney problems, high potassium levels, and allergic reactions. Patients taking ACE inhibitors should be monitored for these side effects, and kidney function and potassium levels should be checked regularly [2].

In conclusion, Lipitor and ACE inhibitors can cause adverse effects, but they are generally well-tolerated and effective medications for high cholesterol and high blood pressure, respectively. Patients taking these medications should be aware of the potential side effects and should be monitored regularly by their healthcare provider [3].

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/in-depth/ace-inhibitors/art-20047480
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK431051/