DEAR DR. GOTT:
During my last visit to my physician, I commented that since taking Lipitor I have had sleepless nights. He recommended I start taking it in the morning rather than before bedtime as I had been. I am willing to do this as long as the drug will be as effective if I take it in the morning.
DEAR READER:
Lipitor will work the same regardless of what time of day it is taken or even if it is taken with or without food. In my experience most physicians recommend some medications be taken in the morning and others at night simply to reduce the number of pills taken simultaneously and to reduce the chance of drug interactions. If your physician has said you can safely take the Lipitor in the morning, I recommend you take his advice. If that fails to stop the sleeplessness, perhaps you could successfully be switched to another cholesterol lowering medication. You may also choose to try other treatments such as omega 3’s, niacin or flaxseed oil. Ask your doctor about this.
To give you related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report “Understanding Cholesterol”. Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed, stamped number 10 envelope and $2 to Newsletter, PO Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092.
