Other less common side effects
Lowering cholesterol isn't the only
But if your stomach is upset after taking your dose, see if taking it with a meal or snack
Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of liver damage
Food and alcohol
First, they stop the production of cholesterol in your body
Diet: Keep vitamin K intake consistent and check the content of new foods; even small levels eaten in large amounts affect the INR (International Normalized Ratio — a blood test that measures how long it takes a person’s blood to clot)
You should limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications
These drugs may help stabilize the plaques on blood vessel walls
Eating grapefruit may negatively interact with certain statin drugs, such as atorvastatin, lovastatin, and simvastatin
Although it is recommended that Lipitor can be taken without regard to food, food intake does have a slight effect on absorption
Atorvastatin is used together with a proper diet to lower cholesterol and triglyceride (fats) levels in the blood
Interacting drug or food: Simvastatin prescribing advice: Atorvastatin prescribing advice; Statins may affect coumarin anticoagulation and increase the risk of haemorrhagic events
Find out how atorvastatin treats heart problems and how to take it