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Monday, March 16, 2009 Johnson asks

Q: What are some foods that sould be avoid when taking Lipator?

I have been to aviod grapefruit and tomatoes when taking Lipator or any cholesterol lowing meds because that render the meds in effect.  Are there additional foods such as these that should be avoided or is this a myth?

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3/16/09 3:21pm

Hi Johnson,

 

I believe Dr. Shelby-Lane answers your question in the following post.


Is Grapefruit Safe to Eat When Taking a Statin Drug?


All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD
How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps

 

 

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By Johnson— Last Modified: 10/21/10, First Published: 03/16/09