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Lipitor, a medication used to treat high cholesterol, has not been reported to directly alter a person's taste for fatty foods. Lipitor is a statin, a type of drug that works by blocking a substance your body needs to make cholesterol [1]. By reducing the amount of cholesterol that can build up on the walls of the arteries, Lipitor helps prevent heart disease and stroke [1].
However, it's important to note that Lipitor can have side effects that may indirectly affect a person's dietary choices. For example, some people taking Lipitor may experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, or stomach pain [1]. These side effects could potentially influence a person's appetite or taste preferences.
Additionally, Lipitor is often used in conjunction with diet and lifestyle changes to manage high cholesterol levels [1]. This means that individuals taking Lipitor may already be making a conscious effort to reduce their intake of fatty foods. As a result, they may perceive a change in their taste for these foods, but this is more likely due to their dietary changes rather than the medication itself.
In conclusion, while Lipitor does not directly alter a person's taste for fatty foods, it may have indirect effects on dietary choices due to its potential side effects or its use in combination with dietary changes.
Sources:
[1] Drugs.com. (2022). Lipitor. Retrieved from <
https://www.drugs.com/lipitor.html>
[2] DrugPatentWatch.com. (n.d.). Lipitor (Atorvastatin) Drug Patent Expiration & Generic Launch Dates. Retrieved from <
https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lipitor>