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Any aversions to certain foods on lipitor?



Lipitor is a medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. While taking Lipitor, there are certain foods that one may want to avoid due to potential interactions. According to WebMD [2], grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided while taking Lipitor as it can increase the risk of side effects. Additionally, high-fat meals may decrease the effectiveness of Lipitor. Therefore, it is recommended to follow a low-fat diet while taking Lipitor [2].

As for aversions to certain foods while taking Lipitor, there is no information in the provided sources to suggest that Lipitor causes aversions to specific foods. However, a study published in the US National Library of Medicine [3] found that statins, a class of drugs that includes Lipitor, may cause a decrease in taste perception and smell. This could potentially lead to a decreased desire to eat certain foods, but it is not specific to Lipitor and further research is needed to determine the extent of this effect.

In conclusion, while taking Lipitor, it is recommended to avoid grapefruit and high-fat meals. There is no information to suggest that Lipitor causes aversions to specific foods, but it may cause a decrease in taste perception and smell according to a study on statins. As always, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice on medication and dietary restrictions [2][3].

Sources:
[2] https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3330/lipitor-oral/details/list-interaction-food
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2980431/
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR



Follow-up:   How long have you been taking Lipitor? Have you noticed any changes in taste? Are there specific foods you avoid?





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