What is Livalo

Livalo (pitavastatin) is a statin medication used to treat high cholesterol in adults. Livalo works by slowing the production of cholesterol made by the liver to decrease the amount of cholesterol build up on the walls of arteries blocking blood flow. This medication should be used alongside lifestyle changes such as a low-fat diet, exercising, losing weight and stopping smoking in order to lower blood levels of “bad” cholesterol and triglycerides and to increase levels of “good” cholesterol. Lowering “bad’ cholesterol and increasing “good” cholesterol helps to decrease the risk of heart disease and can help to prevent strokes and heart attacks.

Always read the patient information and instructions carefully before using this medication.

• Livalo is a medication taken orally either with or without food and is typically taken once daily.
• Your pitavastatin dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment and other medications you take. Do not change or increase your dosage unless advised by a doctor.
• If you take bile acid-binding resins such as cholestyramine or colestipol to lower your cholesterol, take Livalo at least an hour before or four hours after these medications as they can react with pitavastatin preventing it from fully absorbing.
• Livalo is most effective when taken regularly and should be taken at the same time each day. Continue to take this medication even when you feel well.

Make sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• If you have any drug allergies.
• Which other prescription and non-prescription medications you currently take.
• Your medical history especially of liver disease or kidney disease.
• Your alcohol use.

Also be aware that:

• Alcohol can increase your risk of liver problems, especially when combined with this medication. You should limit your alcohol intake.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Livalo.
• You must not use pitavastatin during pregnancy. Ask your doctor about birth control while taking this medication. Tell your doctor immediately if you think you may be pregnant.

Common Livalo side effects may include but are not limited to:

• Diarrhea or constipation.
• Back pain, muscle pain or pain in your arms or legs.

Contact your doctor if you experience any of the following pitavastatin side effects:

• Confusion or memory problems.
• Signs of kidney problems such as little or no urination, vomiting, pain in your side or lower back or swelling or rapid weight gain.
• Signs of liver problems such as loss of appetite, pain in the upper right side of your stomach, jaundice, dark urine, clay colored stools or tiredness.

Q: How much does Livalo cost?

A: The price of Livalo depends on the strength and quantity required. You can save up to 90% on the price of your medication by buying Livalo online and can make even better savings by buying a 90 day supply of your medication. No Livalo coupon is needed to get our great prices at Canada Drugs.

Q: What is the Livalo generic alternative?

A: Generic Livalo is known as Pitavastatin and can offer even better savings on the price of your medication. Livalo is available in 2mg and 4mg strengths and the generic pitavastatin is available in those strengths and in 1mg.