Lipitor is a medication that is used to lower cholesterol levels in the body. According to Drug Patent Watch [1], the active ingredient in Lipitor is atorvastatin calcium. Atorvastatin calcium is a type of medication called a statin, which works by blocking an enzyme that the body needs to produce cholesterol.

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that are found in certain types of fish and other foods. They have been shown to have numerous health benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving heart health, and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology [2], taking statins like Lipitor can reduce the absorption of omega-3 fatty acids in the body. The study found that when participants took a combination of atorvastatin and omega-3 supplements, their levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the blood were lower than when they took the omega-3 supplements alone.

However, Healthline [3] notes that the impact of statins on omega-3 absorption may not be significant enough to warrant avoiding omega-3 supplements altogether. The article suggests that people who are taking statins and want to supplement with omega-3s should talk to their doctor about the best approach. Some doctors may recommend taking a higher dose of omega-3 supplements or switching to a different type of statin that has less of an impact on omega-3 absorption.

In conclusion, taking Lipitor can reduce the absorption of omega-3 fatty acids in the body. However, the impact may not be significant enough to avoid omega-3 supplements altogether. People who are taking Lipitor and want to supplement with omega-3s should talk to their doctor about the best approach.

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/tradename/LIPITOR
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3571733/
[3] https://www.healthline.com/health/statins-omega-3-interaction