Product Name

• Livazo 2 Mg, Reduce Blood Cholesterol Level & Prevent Hyperlipidemia Complications - 28 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Pitavastatin 2 Mg Tablets

Category Of Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• Anti-Hypercholesterolemia Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Pitavastatin

• Pitavastatin is a cholesterol-lowering medication that belongs to the statin class of drugs. Statins lower cholesterol levels in the blood by blocking 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A(HMG-CoA) reductase, an enzyme that's needed for the liver to produce cholesterol.
• Decreased hepatic cholesterol concentrations stimulate the upregulation of hepatic low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptors, which increases hepatic uptake of LDL & decreases LDL level in the blood.

Therapeutic Indications Of Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.
• Cholesterol is a naturally occurring substance in the body necessary for normal growth. However, if there is too much cholesterol in your blood, it can build up on blood vessel walls, increasing the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular events. This is one of the most common causes of heart disease.
• You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Method Of Administration Of Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• Swallow the tablet whole with a drink of water, with or without food. You can take it at any time of day. However, try to take your tablet at the same time every day.
• The usual starting dose is 1mg once a day. After a few weeks, your doctor may decide to increase your dose. The maximum dose is 4mg each day.
• If you have problems with your liver, you should not take more than 2mg a day.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Muscle weakness, tenderness, pain, rupture. On rare occasions, these muscle problems can be serious, including muscle breakdown resulting in kidney damage; and very rare deaths have occurred. Ron-Co Q10 Capsules may help to reduce muscle pain
2. Joint pain, muscle ache
3. Constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, feeling sick
4. Headache.
5. Swelling of the ankles, feet, or fingers
6. Stomach pain, dry mouth, being sick, loss of appetite, altered taste
7. Pale skin and feeling weak or breathless (anemia)
8. Itching or rash

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Cholesterol Level In The Blood

• Reduce saturated fats. Saturated fats, found primarily in red meat and full-fat dairy products, raise your total cholesterol.
• Eliminate trans fats. Trans fats, sometimes listed on food labels as "partially hydrogenated vegetable oil," are often used in margarine and store-bought cookies, crackers, and cakes. Trans fats raise overall cholesterol levels.
• Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids or use an omega-3 supplement like Omegat Omega 3 Capsules or Paradox Omega 3 Capsules
• Increase soluble fiber. Soluble fiber can reduce the absorption of cholesterol into your bloodstream. Soluble fiber is found in such foods as oatmeal, kidney beans, Brussels sprouts, apples, and pears.
• Exercise on most days of the week and increase your physical activity, work up to at least 30 minutes of exercise five times a week
• Quitting smoking improves your HDL cholesterol level.
• Losing weight will help you to reduce your triglyceride levels. A 5–10 percent weight loss can decrease triglyceride levels by 20 percent. Rondiet Capsules & Ronfit Capsules will help you to decrease your body weight
• Sometimes healthy lifestyle changes aren't enough to lower cholesterol levels. If your doctor recommends medication to help lower your cholesterol, take it as prescribed while continuing your lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes can help you keep your medication dose low.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• Do not use it:

1. if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of this medicine
2. if you currently have liver problems
3. if you are pregnant or breast-feeding

• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Pitavastatin if:

1. you have a severe respiratory failure (severe breathing problems).
2. you have ever had problems with your kidneys.
3. you have previously had liver problems.
4. you have ever had problems with your thyroid gland.
5. you or any member of your family have a history of muscle problems.
6. you have had a previous history of muscle problems when taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines (e.g. statins or fibrates).
7. you are taking or have taken in the last 7 days a medicine called fusidic acid, orally or by injection. The combination can lead to serious muscle problems.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Livazo 2 Mg Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Normal Ranges

• According to MedlinePlus
• Anyone age 19 or younger:

1. Total Cholesterol: Less than 170 mg/dL
2. Non-HDL: Less than 120 mg/dL
3. LDL: Less than 100 mg/dL
4. HDL: More than 45 mg/dL

• Men age 20 or older:

1. Total Cholesterol: 125 to 200 mg/dL
2. Non-HDL: Less than 130 mg/dL
3. LDL: Less than 100 mg/dL
4. HDL: 40 mg/dL or higher

• Women age 20 or older:

1. Total Cholesterol: 125 to 200 mg/dL
2. Non-HDL: Less than 130 mg/dL
3. LDL: Less than 100 mg/dL
4. HDL: 50 mg/dL or higher

• The exact values may be changed based on the used guideline

For More Information About Pitavastatin

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Pitavastatin
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Pitavastatin
• Visit Drugbank.com at Information About Pitavastatin