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Based on the information available, it is not accurate to say that Lipitor, a medication commonly used to treat high cholesterol, can effectively reverse liver damage [1]. Lipitor, known generically as atorvastatin, is a type of drug called a statin, which works by blocking a substance your body needs to make cholesterol [2].

While there is evidence that statins like Lipitor can improve liver function tests and reduce liver fat in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, there is no evidence to suggest that it can reverse liver damage or scarring (cirrhosis) [3][4]. The misconception may arise from the fact that Lipitor and other statins can improve liver function tests, leading to the assumption that they can reverse liver damage. However, these tests do not measure liver damage directly [3].

It's important to note that Lipitor and other statins are not typically used as a treatment for liver disease, but rather for high cholesterol [3]. If you have concerns about liver damage, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional.

Sources:
[1] DrugPatentWatch.com
[2] Mayo Clinic. (2021). Atorvastatin (Oral Route). Retrieved from <https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/atorvastatin-oral-route/description/drg-20063051>
[3] American College of Gastroenterology. (2018). Fatty Liver Disease. Retrieved from <https://gi.org/topics/fatty-liver-disease/>
[4] Chalasani, N., Younossi, Z., Lavine, J. E., Diehl, A. M., Brunt, E., Cusi, K., . . . Sanyal, A. J. (2012). The diagnosis and management of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: Practice Guideline by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Gastroenterological Association. Hepatology, 55(6), 2005-2039. doi:10.1002/hep.25765