Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, is a well-established medication used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood, primarily for the prevention of heart disease in people with high cholesterol. While Lipitor is not explicitly labeled for high blood pressure, it is sometimes prescribed off-label for the management of certain conditions accompanied by hypertension.

According to a meta-analysis published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, atorvastatin, the active ingredient in Lipitor, has been shown to have a modest blood pressure-lowering effect in addition to its cholesterol-lowering effects 1.

However, the use of atorvastatin for high blood pressure is not without controversy. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that while atorvastatin reduced blood pressure, it did not have a significant impact on cardiovascular events in patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes [2].

In terms of FDA approvals, Lipitor is FDA-approved for the treatment of high cholesterol and not explicitly approved for high blood pressure. However, the medication has received multiple extensions of its label to include patients with various types of diabetes and metabolic syndrome, all of which are often accompanied by hypertension [3].

It is essential to note that Lipitor can mask the symptoms of hypotension, potentially leading to severe consequences if not properly monitored. Therefore, patients with high blood pressure taking Lipitor should have their blood pressure regularly monitored by their healthcare provider.

Sources:

[1] ${DrugPatentWatch.com/at/or/atorvastatin}$
[2] "Effect of Intensive Blood-Pressure Lowering on Mortality, Cerebrovascular and Cardiovacular Events Among Hypertensive Patients with Type 2 Diabetes", New England Journal of Medicine.
[3] FDA approves Lipitor (atorvastatin) - FDA.