Atorvastatin — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Atorvastatin calcium
Drug Class: Statin
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor for cholesterol management.
Nutrients That Atorvastatin May Deplete
Long-term use of Atorvastatin is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- CoQ10
- Omega-3
- Vitamin B12
Common Side Effects of Atorvastatin
- Muscle pain
- Liver problems
- Memory issues
- Diabetes risk
Key Drug Interactions — Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin has 6 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Grapefruit juice
- Clarithromycin
- Cyclosporine
- Gemfibrozil
- Niacin (high doses)
- Warfarin
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Atorvastatin deplete nutrients?
Yes. Atorvastatin has been associated with depletion of CoQ10, Omega-3, Vitamin B12 based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Atorvastatin deplete?
Atorvastatin is associated with lower levels of: CoQ10, Omega-3, Vitamin B12. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Atorvastatin?
Common side effects associated with Atorvastatin include: Muscle pain; Liver problems; Memory issues; Diabetes risk.