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According to available information, there is no definitive evidence that long-term use of Lipitor, a medication used to treat high cholesterol, causes memory loss [1]. However, some studies have suggested a potential link between statins, the class of drugs that Lipitor belongs to, and mild cognitive impairment [2].

A study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease found that long-term statin use was associated with a slightly increased risk of cognitive decline in elderly patients [3]. However, the authors noted that the absolute risk was small and that the benefits of statins in preventing cardiovascular disease outweigh the potential cognitive risks.

The US National Library of Medicine states that "some people have reported memory loss or confusion while taking statins" but adds that "it is not clear whether these symptoms were caused by the statin" [4].

It is important to note that Lipitor and other statins have been proven to be effective in reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke [5]. If you are concerned about memory loss or other side effects, it is recommended that you speak with your healthcare provider.

In conclusion, while some studies suggest a potential link between statins and cognitive decline, there is no definitive evidence that Lipitor causes memory loss with long-term use.

Sources:
[1] DrugPatentWatch.com, "Lipitor", <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lipitor>
[2] Mayo Clinic, "Statins: Are these cholesterol-lowering drugs safe?", <https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statins/art-20045935>
[3] Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, "Long-term Statin Use and Risk of Dementia: A Prospective Population-based Study", <https://content.iospress.com/articles/journal-of-alzheimers-disease/jad160554>
[4] US National Library of Medicine, "Statins", <https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601245.html>
[5] American Heart Association, "What Your Cholesterol Levels Mean", <https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/about-cholesterol>