Atorvastatin: Uses and Safety Information Atorvastatin is a commonly prescribed medication used to lower high cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It belongs to a group of medicines called statins, which reduce cholesterol production in the liver. Medical Use Atorvastatin is prescribed by doctors for patients with: High LDL (bad) cholesterol High triglycerides Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack or stroke It helps prevent cholesterol buil