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Is Lipitor Effective In Lowering Cholesterol Levels?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2014
Question: Ranbaxy Lipitor, Is it good for all for losing cholesterol, any side effects. O should be taken under supervision
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (8 hours later)
Brief Answer: it is good Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX Yes, Lipitor is good for all for losing cholesterol. As with any drug, there are side effects. The most common side effects of Lipitor use are headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain. Yes, the drug needs to be taken under the supervision of a registered medical practitioner. Regards,
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Is Lipitor Effective In Lowering Cholesterol Levels?

Brief Answer: it is good Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX Yes, Lipitor is good for all for losing cholesterol. As with any drug, there are side effects. The most common side effects of Lipitor use are headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain. Yes, the drug needs to be taken under the supervision of a registered medical practitioner. Regards,