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Lipitor (atorvastatin) and Tums (calcium carbonate) are two commonly used medications, but they are used to treat different health conditions and have different adverse reaction profiles.

Lipitor is a prescription medication used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. According to the Lipitor Prescribing Information, common adverse reactions include muscle pain, liver enzyme abnormalities, and digestive issues such as constipation, gas, and heartburn [1]. More serious but less common adverse reactions include rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of muscle tissue that can lead to kidney damage), liver failure, and increased risk of diabetes [1].

Tums, on the other hand, is an over-the-counter antacid used to relieve symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach [2]. Tums is generally considered safe and has a low risk of serious adverse reactions. Common adverse reactions include constipation and gas [2].

When comparing the adverse reaction profiles of Lipitor and Tums, it is important to note that Lipitor is used to treat a serious medical condition and has a higher potential for serious adverse reactions [1]. Tums is a relatively safe over-the-counter medication used to relieve symptoms of heartburn and other digestive issues [2].

It is also worth noting that, according to DrugPatentWatch.com, Lipitor is a patented medication, while Tums is a generic medication [3]. This means that Lipitor is still under patent protection and is manufactured by a single company, while Tums is a generic medication that can be manufactured by multiple companies [3].

In summary, while both Lipitor and Tums have adverse reactions, Lipitor has a higher potential for serious adverse reactions due to its use in treating a serious medical condition. Tums is a relatively safe over-the-counter medication used to relieve symptoms of heartburn and other digestive issues.

Sources:
[1] Lipitor Prescribing Information. Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc. 2019. <https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/020712s051,020713s048,020714s045lbl.pdf>
[2] Tums Product Information. GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare LP. 2021. <https://www.tums.com/products>
[3] DrugPatentWatch.com. "Lipitor (atorvastatin)". <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lipitor>
[4] DrugPatentWatch.com. "Tums (calcium carbonate)". <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/tums>