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Pitavastatin calcium

(Livalo)

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Zypitamag

(pitavastatin magnesium)

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Summary for Livalo

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.

Indications for Livalo

Pros and Cons for Livalo

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

Common Side Effects for Livalo

  • 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%)

Warnings for Livalo

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

Summary for Zypitamag

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 for Zypitamag

Pros and Cons for Zypitamag

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 for Zypitamag

  • 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 for Zypitamag

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

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Pitavastatin30 tablets / 2mg
$47.13$356.22
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Zypitamag30 tablets / 2mg
$91.95$265.73
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