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Lipitor, a medication commonly used to treat high cholesterol, is not known to have a direct impact on heart rate during yoga or any other physical activity. Lipitor belongs to a class of drugs called statins, which work by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs and by helping your body get rid of cholesterol already in your body [1].
It's important to note that while Lipitor doesn't directly affect heart rate, any physical activity, including yoga, can have an impact on a person's heart rate. Factors such as the intensity of the yoga practice, the individual's fitness level, and overall health can all influence heart rate during yoga [2].
Moreover, Lipitor is generally considered safe and is not known to interact negatively with physical activities like yoga [3]. However, as with any medication, it's always best to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new exercise regimen while on Lipitor or any other medication.
Sources:
[1] "What is Lipitor?". Drugs.com. <
https://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html>
[2] "Heart Rate Response to Exercise". American Heart Association. <
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/why-is-physical-activity-so-important-for-health-and-wellbeing/heart-rate-response-to-exercise>
[3] "Lipitor Interactions". Drugs.com. <
https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/lipitor,atorvastatin.html>
[4] "Lipitor (Atorvastatin)". DrugPatentWatch.com. <
https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lipitor>