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Lipitor inhibits HMG CoA reductase. You should remember, Lipitor is a prescription drug, which means, Lipitor is to be bought only by prescription. Lipitor blocks the production of cholesterol (a type of fat) in the body. These actions are important in reducing the risk of hardening of the arteries, which may lead to heart attacks, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. Lipitor is also used to increase the level of HDL (good) cholesterol in your blood. Lipitor can also be used in other cases, but you need to consult your medicine-man first. Lipitor is used to reduce the amounts of, total cholesterol, LDL (bad) cholesterol, triglycerides (another type of fat), and apolipoprotein B (a protein needed to make cholesterol) in your blood.