Generic name for lipitor?

What is the generic name for Lipitor?

Lipitor’s generic name is atorvastatin.[1]

What medication is it?

Atorvastatin is a statin used to lower cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk.[1]

Is there more than one “generic” name people might mean?

No—atorvastatin is the generic drug name. Different companies may sell it under different brand names, but the active ingredient is still atorvastatin.[1]

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Lipitor (atorvastatin)