Lipitor generic (Atorvastatin) drug comes as a pill to take by mouth. This drug is usually taken once a day with food. Take Lipitor pill at the same time every day. You must follow the instructions carefully, and ask your physician to clarify any part you do not understand. Take Lipitor exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your physician. Eat a low-cholesterol, low-fat diet to cut down on cholesterol .
Swallow the pill whole; do not crush, chew or split it. Continue to take Lipitor even if you feel well. Do not stop taking it without talking to your physician.
Your physician may start you on a low dose of Lipitor and gradually increase your dose, but not more than once every two - four weeks. |