Lipitor

Lipitor is a class of medication that has significantly decreased the incidence of heart disease. According to Pfizer, Lipitor showed an unexpectedly potent reduction in myocardial ischemia (a condition defined by the insufficient blood supply and oxygen to the heart) in patients with chronic stable angina (chest pain). So, how does Lipitor work? Lipitor functions by reducing the body's production of harmful cholesterol. The drug lessens and prevents the growth of existing fatty deposits in the arteries. Additionally, it reduces the risk that fatty deposits already present will fragment and form a blood clot (A heart attack or stroke can be brought on by a blood clot).

Developed in 1985 by Bruce Roth, Lipitor went on to become the best-selling drug of all time until this very day. The medication and other statins, however, may have certain undesirable side effects, such as the deterioration and discomfort of muscles. There are some positive Lipitor side effects, though. For instance, it may, in some circumstances, also stimulate your liver to produce more of the enzymes necessary for food and medicine digestion.

Discovered in: 1985
Discovered by: Bruce Roth
Usage: Reduce heart disease