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What is the difference between Atorvastin and Lipitor?
There is no difference between Atorvastin and Lipitor. They are the name drug used to control high cholesterol or hypercholesteraemia. Atovastin is the active drug used in Lipitor to gain the desired effect, Lipitor is just a trade name that a drug company uses to sell or identify the drug. Generic : Atorvastin Trade : Lipitor
What drug is generic atorvastatin?
The generic drug Atorvastatin goes by the brand name Lipitor.
Are there drug interactions between lipitor aspirin omeprazole and colofac?
There are no significant interactions between Lipitor, aspirin and omeprazole. I can't comment on Colofac as I am in the US and that drug is not available here.
How do you pronounce lipitor?
Lipitor is Pfizer's brand name for the drug (Atorvastatin Calcium), and the ads pronounce it as "LIP-ih-torr".
Is lipitor a vasodilator?
Lipitor is a drug that lowers harmful fats in the blood, including cholesterol. Its chemical name is atorvastatin. It is not a vasodilator.
Is lipitor a schedule II drug?
No. It is not a controlled substance.
Will lipitor cause a false urine test for amphetamines?
No; Lipitor is not a psychoactive drug and would not cause a false urine test for amphetamines.
How many chiral carbons does lipitor have?
Lipitor, also known as atorvastatin, has one chiral carbon in its molecular structure. This chiral center contributes to the drug's stereochemistry, which is important for its biological activity. The presence of this chiral carbon allows for the existence of enantiomers, but Lipitor is typically administered as a single enantiomer.
Lowering Cholesterol with Lipitor Pills?
Chemically known as Atorvastatin, Lipitor is one of the most effective drugs used for lowering LDL ("bad") cholesterol. This medication is developed and produced by Pfizer, which owns the right to sell this drug under the brand name Lipitor. However, generic Atorvastatin is a popular substitute for Lipitor, which can be too costly for some people. Additionally, there are several other affordable genetic statin pills which are used instead of Lipitor such as Simvastatin (Zocor) and lovastatin (Mevacor.)
Why does grapefruit react with lipitor?
Grapefruit interacts with Lipitor (atorvastatin) because it contains compounds called furanocoumarins that inhibit the CYP3A4 enzyme in the liver and intestines. This enzyme is responsible for metabolizing many medications, including Lipitor. When grapefruit is consumed, it can lead to higher levels of the drug in the bloodstream, increasing the risk of side effects and potential toxicity. Therefore, it's generally advised to avoid grapefruit while taking Lipitor.
What is the target market for Lipitor prescription drug?
describe to person wit high cholesterol
Is coreg a statin drug?
No, coreg (carvedilol) is a betablocant drug. It has no effect on cholesterol. Statins are Lipitor (atorvastatin), Crestor (rosuvastatin), Pravachol (pravastatin), Zocor (simvastatin), etc.
