ATORVASTATIN EXPLAINED: Medication to treat High Cholesterol | Uses, Dosage, Side Effect & Warnings

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In this video, I review how Lipitor is used to lower high cholesterol. We discuss dosing, side effects and important things you should know when taking this drug.

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00:00 - intro
00:39 - Disclaimer
00:47 - What is Lipitor (atorvastatin)
01:44 - Statins Treat
02:08 - What does Atorvastatin (Lipitor) do?
02:36 When do we prescribe Atorvastatin (Lipitor)?
03:11 - Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is best taken?
03:52 - Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Dosage Information
04:48 - Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Side Effects
05:16- Myositis
05:47 - Atorvastatin(Lipitor) Interaction with other drugs?
06:17 - Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Common Questions
07:30 - Lifestyle modification
08:20 outro

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