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Yes, joint pain can be a sign of Lipitor use. Lipitor, a statin medication used to treat high cholesterol, has been associated with joint pain as a side effect [1]. This side effect is not experienced by everyone who takes Lipitor, but it is a known possible reaction to the drug.
The manufacturer of Lipitor, Pfizer, includes joint pain in the list of possible side effects for the medication [2]. The U.S. National Library of Medicine's MedlinePlus database also lists joint pain as a potential side effect of Lipitor [3].
It is important to note that joint pain can have many different causes, and it is not always a sign of a reaction to medication. If you are experiencing joint pain and are taking Lipitor or any other medication, it is a good idea to speak with your healthcare provider to determine the cause of the joint pain and to discuss any potential changes to your medication regimen [4].
Sources:
* [1] DrugPatentWatch.com. Lipitor (Atorvastatin) Side Effects. <
https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lipitor>.
* [2] Pfizer. Lipitor (Atorvastatin Calcium) Tablets, for Oral Use. <
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/020990s051,021012s022,021014s019lbl.pdf>.
* [3] MedlinePlus. Atorvastatin. <
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601265.html>.
* [4] Mayo Clinic. Drug-induced joint pain. <
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/drug-induced-joint-pain/symptoms-causes/syc-20374333>.