Question

a patient taking lipitor should be instructed to immediately call his doctor if he experiences which of the following?
bleeding
flushing
constipation
diarrhea

Explanation:

Lipitor (atorvastatin) is a statin - type lipid - lowering drug. Severe bleeding is a serious and potentially life - threatening side effect that requires immediate medical attention. Flushing, constipation, and diarrhea are relatively common and usually less severe side effects that do not typically demand immediate doctor contact.

Answer:

Bleeding