What is Generic Lipitor?
Generic Lipitor is a prescription drug in one of the newest classes of cholesterol-lowering medications, called statins. These drugs have been used widely for the last 5 years. For people with high cholesterol, Generic Lipitor, in combination with a low-fat diet, can reduce your LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found among the lipids (fats) in the bloodstream and in all your body`s cells. It is normal to have cholesterol, in fact, cholesterol is an important part of a healthy body because it is used to form cell membranes; hormones and other needed tissues. However, too high a level of cholesterol in the blood is a major risk for coronary heart disease.
Generic Lipitor is a safe, FDA approved, prescription medication that can naturally reduce the levels of cholesterol. Generic Lipitor blocks a key enzyme, HMG-CoA reductase, which is responsible for the formation of cholesterol.

What do I need to know about it?
Most people will require the starting dose, which is a 10 mg tablet once daily. Your doctor will determine the dose that is right for you, which may be 10 mg to 80 mg. Generic Lipitor can be taken any time of the day, with or without food. The amount or how often Generic Lipitor is taken should never be changed without consulting your healthcare professional.

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