Q: When is the best time to take LIPITOR? A: LIPITOR is taken once a day
. It can be taken with or without food, day or night. It's helpful to remember to try and take LIPITOR at about the same time every day. Q: Do I need to take LIPITOR with food? A: LIPITOR can be taken with or without food.
Q: What if my daily schedule interferes with taking my medicine? A: Try to take your medicine at the same time every day. Try connecting your medication with something you do every day, such as brushing your teeth or eating breakfast. This may help you remember. Keep a daily calendar and add taking your medicine to your daily to-do list. Check it off once you have taken it. Or set an alarm clock to go off at the time you need to take your medication. You can also use a pill box with the days of the week on it. Some pill boxes even come with built-in alarms! You should also use a calendar to remind yourself to get refills before you run out of medicine.
Q: Can LIPITOR be prescribed to children? A: LIPITOR is for adults and children over 10 whose cholesterol does not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet alone. LIPITOR is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years of age. Q: What should I do if I am taking other prescription medications in addition to LIPITOR? A: Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and even herbal supplements. LIPITOR and certain other medicines can interact, causing serious side effects. Q: What if I can't always afford to refill my medication? A: If you are uninsured or need help paying for Pfizer medicines, Pfizer has programs that can help. Call 1-866-706-2400 or click here www.PfizerHelpfulAnswers.com. Or click here for money-saving offers.