Lipitor Teaching 2392

Charting language
Instructed patient on Atorvastatin which is used to lower cholesterol, some side effects include confusion, memory problems; fever, unusual tiredness, and dark colored urine; swelling, weight gain, urinating less than usual or not at all, increased thirst, increased urination, hunger, dry mouth, and fruity breath odor.

Reviewed November 2018

Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.