It is not possible to generalize about how long it will take for lipitor to lower blood lipids. Lipitor needs to be checked regularly for blood lipids before it can be definitively stopped. Specifically, you need to check your blood lipid level regularly to see if you have reached the goal of blood lipid control required by your doctor. Lipitor is a traditional Chinese medicine to regulate lipids, the main ingredient is natural medicines such as red yeast, the mechanism of action is to inhibit the key enzyme of cholesterol synthesis, reduce the synthesis of cholesterol, so as to play a role in regulating blood lipids. Some studies have found that Lipitor can lower total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and can also raise HDL cholesterol. Lipitor has a mild lipid-regulating effect. When taking Lipitor, it is important to note that it should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is recommended that patients should not judge or diagnose on their own based on one result, but should consult a doctor in time, who needs to analyze and clarify the condition according to the specific situation.