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Compare Livalo vs. Zypitamag

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  • Pitavastatin calcium (Livalo)
    Zypitamag (pitavastatin magnesium)
  • Pitavastatin calcium (Livalo)
    Zypitamag (pitavastatin magnesium)

  • Summary of Livalo vs. Zypitamag

    Summary for Statin
    Prescription only

    Pitavastatin calcium, also known by its brand name, Livalo, is a moderate-intensity statin for people with high cholesterol. It lowers "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides (fats) and raises "good" cholesterol in the body. Pitavastatin calcium (Livalo) is a tablet that's taken by mouth once per day at any time of day. It's important to follow a heart-healthy diet while taking the medication to get the most benefits from treatment. Side effects include muscle pain, back pain, and constipation. Pitavastatin calcium (Livalo) is available as a brand-name and generic medication.

    Summary for Statin
    Prescription only

    Zypitamag, the brand name for pitavastatin magnesium, is a moderate-intensity statin. It lowers "bad" cholesterol in adults. Zypitamag (pitavastatin magnesium) is a tablet that's taken by mouth once per day at any time of day. Side effects include muscle pain, back pain, and constipation. To get the most out of treatment, follow a heart-healthy diet while taking this medication.

  • Indications of Livalo vs. Zypitamag

    Indications for
    •High cholesterol in adults
    •Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH, a genetic condition that causes high cholesterol) in people age 8 years and older
    Indications for
    •High cholesterol in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Livalo vs. Zypitamag

    Pros and Const for Statin
    Pros
    •Generally lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) by about 30% to 49%
    •Taken once per day with or without food
    •Okay for children as young as 8 years old to take for HeFH
    Cons
    •Not the best choice for people who need a high-intensity statin
    •Can't crush the tablets, so might not be a good option for people who have trouble swallowing pills whole
    •Not safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding
    Pros and Const for Statin
    Pros
    •Generally lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) by about 30% to 49%
    •Taken once per day with or without food
    Cons
    •Not approved for children with a genetic condition that causes high cholesterol
    •Can't crush the tablets, so might not be a good option for people who have trouble swallowing pills whole

  • Common Side Effects of Livalo vs. Zypitamag

    Common Side Effects for
    •Back pain (up to 4%)
    •Constipation (up to 4%)
    •Muscle pain (up to 3%)
    •Diarrhea (up to 3%)
    •Pain in the arm or leg (up to 2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Back pain (up to 4%)
    •Constipation (up to 4%)
    •Muscle pain (up to 3%)
    •Diarrhea (up to 3%)
    •Pain in arm or leg (up to 2%)

  • Warnings of Livalo vs. Zypitamag

    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe muscle pain and damage
    •Liver problems
    •Higher blood sugar levels
    •Possible risk of harm during pregnancy or breastfeeding
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe muscle pain and damage
    •Liver problems
    •Higher blood sugar levels
    •Possible risk of harm during pregnancy or breastfeeding

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