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Atorvastatin should be used with caution by anyone who consumes large quantities of alcohol. People with a history of reduced kidney function should only take low doses of this medication as prescribed. Laboratory signs of harmful effects to the liver occur for a small percentage of adults who take atorvastatin for extended periods. When the medication is stopped, the laboratory tests tend to slowly return to normal. It is important to have regular laboratory tests done as referred by your doctor. Atorvastatin should be used with caution by anyone who has a history of liver diseases. Muscle pain and cramps have occasionaly been associated with the use of atorvastatin. Muscle weakness is occasionaly reported with atorvastatin. You should report any unexplained muscle pains, tenderness, or weakness to your doctor as this could be a sign of a reaction to atorvastatin. Atorvastatin should not be taken when pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and speak with your doctor. It is not known whether atorvastatin is passed into breast milk. Women taking atorvastatin, therfor should not nurse. There is limited experience with the use of this medication by children. Its safety and its effectiveness have not been established for this age group. How to use Lipitor - click here Lipitor Precautions - click here Lipitor Side Effects - click here Lipitor Interactions - click here
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