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Eating oranges itself does not directly cause Lipitor side effects. Lipitor, a medication used to treat high cholesterol, is a statin drug that works by reducing the amount of cholesterol produced by the body [1]. Oranges, on the other hand, are a good source of vitamin C and fiber [2].

However, it is important to note that grapefruit and its juice can interact with Lipitor and other statin drugs, potentially leading to increased levels of the medication in the body and an increased risk of side effects [1]. Oranges belong to the citrus family like grapefruit, but they do not have the same interaction with Lipitor [3].

Therefore, individuals taking Lipitor or other statin drugs can safely consume oranges as part of a balanced diet, but should avoid consuming grapefruit or its juice [1].

Sources:

[1] "Grapefruit Juice and Some Medications Don't Mix." U.S. Food and Drug Administration, FDA, 2017, [www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/grapefruit-juice-and-some-medications-dont-mix](http://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/grapefruit-juice-and-some-medications-dont-mix).

[2] "Oranges, Raw, All Types." Nutrition Value, USDA, nutritionvalue.org/Oranges,_raw,_all_types.

[3] "Orange Juice and Medication Interactions." DrugPatentWatch, DrugPatentWatch, 2021, www.drugpatentwatch.com/orange-juice-and-medication-interactions/.