I know someone that is taking Lipitor; according to him his physician says that he can have a beer. Just wanted an opinion about his claim since one of the side effects could possibly be liver damage.
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8/ 7/09 11:23am
Hi Friend,
It is best to avoid drinking alcohol when taking Lipitor. The alcohol can raise triglyceride levels and also increases risk of the liver damage you mentioned. However, I recommend your friend work with his physician to determine what is appropriate for his treatment plan.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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