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Based on the information available, Atorvastatin, the active ingredient in Lipitor, has been associated with a risk of liver damage. According to DrugPatentWatch.com, other statins that share this liver risk with Lipitor include:

1. Simvastatin (Zocor)
2. Pravastatin (Pravachol)
3. Rosuvastatin (Crestor)
4. Lovastatin (Mevacor, Altocor, Altoprev)
5. Fluvastatin (Lescol)

These statins, like Lipitor, work by blocking a substance your body needs to make cholesterol. By lowering the levels of cholesterol and other fats called triglycerides in the blood, they help prevent heart disease and stroke. However, they can also cause side effects, including liver damage.

It is important to note that while these statins have been associated with a risk of liver damage, the risk is rare. According to Mayo Clinic, your doctor is likely to monitor your liver enzymes with blood tests before and during treatment. If you have any symptoms of liver damage, such as unusual fatigue, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of your stomach, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of your skin or eyes, you should contact your doctor immediately.

In conclusion, while Lipitor and other statins have been associated with a risk of liver damage, the risk is low and can be managed with regular monitoring by a healthcare professional.

Sources:

1. DrugPatentWatch.com. (n.d.). Statins. Retrieved from <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drug/statins.html>
2. Mayo Clinic. (2021, June 11). Statins: Are these cholesterol-lowering drugs right for you? Retrieved from <https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/statins/art-20045786>