Livalo
PitavastatinDescription
Product Information
Drug name: Livalo
Generic name: Pitavastatin
Strengths: 2mg, 4mg
Formulation: Tablet, Film coated tablet
Livalo uses
Livalo (pitavastatin) is a prescription medication that is used to treat high cholesterol among adults. Lowering your cholesterol can help you avoid heart disease and artery stiffening, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and vascular disease.
Livalo is used in conjunction with a healthy diet to achieve the following results:
- Reduction of “bad” cholesterol levels
- To boost the body’s “good” cholesterol
- In order to lower triglyceride levels (a type of fat in the blood)
Livalo fall within a class of medications known as HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or “statins.”
Livalo Dosage
Initial dose: Livalo 2 mg orally, with or without meals, once a day
Maintenance dose: 1–4 mg once a day, with or without meals
Maximum dose: Livalo 4 mg orally, with or without meals, once a day
You should take Livalo exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow your prescription’s instructions to the letter. Your doctor may adjust your dose from time to time to ensure you get the optimum benefits. This medication should not be taken in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Livalo vs Lipitor
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) like Livalo (pitavastatin) and Lipitor (atorvastatin) are used to lower blood cholesterol levels in people who have high or abnormal cholesterol levels.
In clinical investigations, the proportions of patients who achieved reductions in bad cholesterols, total cholesterol, and triglycerides; or increases in good cholesterols were not substantially different. The patients tolerated both medications well.
Consult your doctor to determine which medicine is right for you.
You should not use Livalo if:
- You have liver disease
- You are taking cyclosporine
- You are pregnant
- While taking this medication, you should not breastfeed.
Livalo side effects
Common:
- Muscle pain
- Pain in arms and legs
- Back pain
- Diarrhea, constipation
Serious:
- Confusion and/or memory problems
- Muscle weakness in hips, shoulders, back, and neck
- Trouble lifting arms, climbing, or standing
- Kidney problems: vomiting, pain in side or lower back, little to no urination
- Liver problems: loss of appetite, abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing
- Severe allergic reaction
This drug might cause serious adverse effects. If you have any significant side effects, contact your doctor immediately, or dial 911 or your local emergency number.
These aren’t the only adverse effects that come with it. Other, perhaps more rare side effects should be discussed with your doctor and pharmacist. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor about any allergies you have, medications you are taking, and any previous medical history you have.
Livalo weight gain
Statins, like many other medicines, can produce adverse effects such as digestive issues, muscular discomfort and weakness, and cognitive impairment. Weight gain has also been related to statins as an adverse effect.
Although statin use has been linked to weight gain, there is no clinical evidence that this is the case. There might be a behavioral or physical link.
Livalo cost
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