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What shouldn't you eat while taking lipitor?
Grapefruit.
Is eating grapefruit the same as drinking grapefruit juice when taking lipitor eg half a grapefruit a day?
Studies up to now show that the juice and the fruit have both a significant interaction with some drugs (including lipitor).
Could you eat oranges if you take lipitor?
There is no problem with taking oranges with lipitor. Be careful. This is too broad a statement. Pomelos, Sevilles and Cara Cara oranges should not be consumed while on Lipitor. They will give the same results as Grapefruit.
Can you drink Crystal Light Ruby Red Grapefruit drink while taking Lipitor?
Yes, a person could drink Crystal Light Ruby Red Grapefruit drink while taking Lipitor. The reason for this is that there is no real grapefruit contained in the drink mix.
Do lipitor react with soy milk?
Generally not. No.
Is it safe to drink a glass of wine while on lipitor?
Yes, just avoid grapefruit.
Can you drink grapefruit juice in morning and take lipitor in evening?
Is it alright if u take grapefruit extract with statin medications? Is it alright if u take statins in the evening and grapefruit juice in the morning?
sorry you can't eat ?
sorry you can't eat grapefruit. there is an enzyme that counteracts the lipitor and it will mess you up.
Who should not take Lipitor?
You know the phrase� "Women who are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant should not take Lipitor as it could be harmful to your unborn baby." Avoid drinking high cholesterol foods and drinking alcohol when on Lipitor. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may negatively interact with Lipitor and lead to potentially dangerous effects. If you are breastfeeding you should not take it because it can pass to your child. If you have liver problems you should not take it either. Be cautious if you are allergic to Lipitpor
What side effects are there for eating half a grapefruit while taking lovastatin for cholesteral?
I ask about that when I took Lipitor and was told that grapefruit causes the drug to stay in the body longer than intended, which could result in liver damage. My suggestion would be to ask your doctor.
If your taking Lipitor can you eat meat that has been marinated with grapefruit juice?
Grapefruit juice can slow the breakdown of statin drugs in the liver, increasing the risk of drug side effects. But considering the small amount of grapefruit juice that would be left on the meat after marinating and cooking it, there shouldn't be enough to cause any problems. You can ask your pharmacist though, who will be able to give you a more definitive answer.
Can you eat oranges while taking blood thinners?
There has been a lot of publicity about consuming grapefruit while on different medications. It is the citric acid which is cause for concern. When taking Lipitor, grapefruit, oranges and even blood oranges are not to be eaten.
