Maleic acid or cis-butenedioic acid is an organic compound that is a dicarboxylic acid, a molecule with two carboxyl groups.Its chemical formula is HO 2 CCHCHCO 2 H. Maleic acid is the cis-isomer of butenedioic acid, whereas fumaric acid is the trans-isomer.aleic acid is a less stable molecule than fumaric acid. The difference in heat of combustion is 22.7 kJÂ·mol â1. The heat of combustion is -1355 kJ/mole.
Atorvastatin, marketed under the trade name Lipitor among others, is a member of the drug class known as statins, which are used primarily as a lipid-lowering agent and for prevention of events associated with cardiovascular disease.
Muscle pain and cognitive issues are common side effects, but joint pain can occur as well. Lipitor is a common prescription medication that is used to lower cholesterol levels. It's generic name is atorvastatin calcium. In clinical studies it was found that 5.1 percent of patients experienced this side effect.Other common side effects include headache, muscle pain, back pain, constipation, diarrhea, weakness, trouble sleeping, and lack of appetite. Other popular statins include Mevacor, Zocor, Pravachol, Lescol, and Crestor.holesterol-Lowering Drugs (Statins). According to the American Heart Association, statins, including atorvastatin, fluvastatin, lovastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin, and simvastatin are frequently used to treat high cholesterol.