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An oral drug (trade name Lipitor) that is effective in lowering triglycerides
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atorvastatin
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Atorvastatin , marketed under the trade name Lipitor among others, is a member of the drug class known as statins , which are used primarily as a lipid-lowering agent and for prevention of events associated with cardiovascular disease . Like all statins, ...
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n. an oral drug (trade name Lipitor) that is effective in lowering triglycerides; potent in reducing LDL cholesterol because higher doses can be given [syn: Lipitor ]
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n. (context medicine English) A statin used to lower the level of cholesterol in the blood.