Lipitor
pharmaceutical product
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Videos Mentioning Lipitor
#129 - Tom Dayspring, M.D.: The latest insights into cardiovascular disease and lipidology
Peter Attia MD
A potent statin, though less potent than rosuvastatin on a milligram basis, with more drug interactions due to its lipophilic nature.
#71 – Katherine Eban: Widespread fraud in the generic drug industry
Peter Attia MD
A branded lipid-lowering drug (atorvastatin) frequently mentioned as an example of a high-value drug for which generic versions sought market approval.
#23–Tom Dayspring Part IV of V: statins, Zetia, PCSK9 inhibitors, niacin, cholesterol & the brain
Peter Attia MD
A high-potency statin that is lipophilic and crosses the blood-brain barrier more easily, potentially leading to increased cognitive impairment in certain patients if over-prescribed.
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All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a statin drug for heart health, with a discussion of alternatives like PCSK9 inhibitors if it's not effective.
AMA #3: supplements, women’s health, patient care, and more (EP.26) | The Peter Attia Drive
Peter Attia MD
A statin medication that Peter Attia previously took to reduce cholesterol synthesis, combined with Zetia for optimal lipid lowering.
240 ‒ The confusion around HDL and its link to cardiovascular disease | Dan Rader, M.D.
Peter Attia MD
A statin drug (atorvastatin) that was about to go off patent when initial CETP inhibitor trials were conducted, suggesting a commercial motivation for combination therapy trials.
287 ‒ Lower back pain: causes, treatment, and prevention of lower back injuries and pain
Peter Attia MD
Another statin medication mentioned by Stuart McGill as something his doctor considered prescribing.
#19 – Dave Feldman: stress testing the lipid energy model
Peter Attia MD
A statin medication (atorvastatin) used to lower LDL cholesterol. It increases LDL clearance by decreasing liver cholesterol synthesis.
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The Innovation Show with Aidan McCullen
A drug mentioned as an example of a typical chemical compound that attaches to proteins in the body.