Zypitamag

Generic name:pitavastatin [ pit-AV-a-STAT-in ]
Brand names: Livalo, Zypitamag
Drug class:Statins

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Oct 1, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Zypitamag?

Zypitamag is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Zypitamag is used to treat high cholesterol in adults. Lowering your cholesterol may help prevent heart disease and hardening of the arteries, conditions that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and vascular disease.

The Livalo brand of pitavastatin is also used to treat an inherited form of high cholesterol in children at least 8 years old.

Zypitamag may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not take Zypitamag if you have liver disease (including abnormal liver enzyme tests), or if you also take cyclosporine.

Do not take Zypitamag if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Zypitamag can cause the breakdown of muscle tissue, which can lead to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, or dark urine.

Before taking this medicine

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