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Based on the information available, Lipitor, the brand name for the drug atorvastatin, is not approved for muscle recovery. Lipitor is a type of statin, a class of drugs used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood[1].

Lipitor works by blocking an enzyme in the body that is involved in the production of cholesterol[1]. By lowering cholesterol levels, Lipitor helps prevent heart disease and stroke[1].

There is no information available that suggests that Lipitor has been approved or studied for use in muscle recovery[2]. The drug's approved uses are limited to lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke[1].

It is important to note that the use of any medication for off-label purposes, including muscle recovery, should be discussed with and approved by a healthcare provider[3].

In conclusion, based on the available information, Lipitor is not approved for muscle recovery. Its approved uses are limited to lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Sources:
[1] "Lipitor." MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 15 Feb. 2022, medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601245.html.
[2] "Atorvastatin (Oral Route) Side Effects." Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 1 Jan. 2022, mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/atorvastatin-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20067030?p=1.
[3] "Off-Label Drug Use." Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 22 Sept. 2021, mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/off-label-drug-use/about/pac-20393332.