Living Healthy
If you have high cholesterol, make healthy eating and exercise a part of your life. If diet and exercise aren't enough, a cholesterol-lowering medicine such as LIPITOR may help you manage your cholesterol.
Healthy changes to your diet can help you lower your cholesterol and lose weight.
Exercise doesn't have to mean running a marathon. But exercise can be an important part of your treatment plan.
Remember, be sure to check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.
LIPITOR is not for everyone. It is not for those with liver problems. And it is not for women who are nursing, pregnant or may become pregnant.
If you take LIPITOR, tell your doctor if you feel any new muscle pain or weakness. This could be a sign of rare but serious muscle side effects. Tell your doctor about all medications you take. This may help avoid serious drug interactions. Your doctor should do blood tests to check your liver function before and during treatment and may adjust your dose.
Common side effects are diarrhea, upset stomach, muscle and joint pain, and changes in some blood tests.