Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

Cardiology (Statin)

Dosing & Administration

Adult Dose

10-80 mg PO daily.

Pediatric Dose

10-20 mg PO daily (children >10 yrs).

Renal Adjustment

No adjustment necessary.

Hepatic Adjustment

Contraindicated in active liver disease.

Safety & Special Populations

Pregnancy Category

X - Contraindicated.

Lactation Safety

Contraindicated.

Contraindications & Adverse Effects

Contraindications

  • Active liver disease
  • Pregnancy

Common Adverse Effects

  • Myalgia
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Elevated LFTs