Lipitor is a prescription medication that is used to treat high cholesterol levels in the blood. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [2], high cholesterol levels can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. Lipitor belongs to a class of drugs called statins, which work by reducing the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver.

The drug has been available since 1997 and has been widely prescribed. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2005 [3] found that Lipitor reduced the risk of major cardiovascular events by 22% in patients with high cholesterol levels. Another study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2003 [3] found that Lipitor reduced the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events in patients with existing heart disease.

While Lipitor has been shown to be effective in reducing cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of cardiovascular events, it is important to note that it is not a cure for high cholesterol. Patients taking Lipitor must also make lifestyle changes such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking in order to achieve optimal health outcomes [2].

In conclusion, Lipitor has been shown to be effective in reducing cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of cardiovascular events. However, it is important to note that it is not a cure for high cholesterol and patients must also make lifestyle changes in order to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Sources:
[2] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Treating High Cholesterol. https://www.cdc.gov/cholesterol/treating_cholesterol.htm
[3] Drug Patent Watch. Lipitor. https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[4] British Heart Foundation. Statins: fact or fiction? https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/medical/statins-fact-or-fiction