LIPITOR PRECAUTIONS:
Before taking atorvastatin tell your doctor if you have: liver disease, a severe infection, heart disease, thyroid problems, uncontrolled seizures, recent major surgery, low blood pressure, any allergies, other medical problems. If LIPITOR makes you dizzy or lightheaded, use caution driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake as this can damage the liver and cause increased side effects. Atorvastatin should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. LIPITOR may be excreted into breast milk. Because of the possible adverse effects to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

LIPITOR DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: clofibrate, cyclosporine, erythromycin, gemfibrozil, niacin (nicotinic acid), azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), antacids (e.g., Maalox, Mylanta), digoxin, birth control pills, protease inhibitors (e.g., indinavir). Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

LIPITOR OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

LIPITOR NOTES:
Your doctor may periodically perform lab tests during treatment to monitor your progress. For best results, exercise regularly and follow a doctor- approved, low-fat, low-cholesterol diet.

MISSED LIPITOR DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the doses.