Livastat-EZ Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Novazen Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Pitavastatin (4mg) + Ezetimibe (10mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	585

FAQ

What if you forget to take Livastat-EZ?

If you miss a dose of Livastat-EZ, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Livastat-EZ Tablet Reviews

Livastat-EZ is a combination medicine used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raise the levels of good cholesterol. It also prevents absorption of cholesterol from the intestines.

Livastat-EZ can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, eating a healthy low fat diet and exercise regularly.

Headache, tiredness, muscle pain and back pain are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin or eyes, unusually dark urine or dark stools as it might be symptoms of liver damage. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar level, and liver function while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or high blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

How Livastat-EZ Tablet Works

Livastat-EZ is a combination of two medicines: Pitavastatin and Ezetimibe. Pitavastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which prevents your body from making "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while raising "good" cholesterol (HDL) levels. Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor which prevents absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide better reduction of cholesterol in your body.

How to Use Livastat-EZ Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Livastat-EZ may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Livastat-EZ Tablet

In High cholesterol: Livastat-EZ effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Uses of Livastat-EZ Tablet

High cholesterol

Livastat-EZ Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Livastat-EZ.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Livastat-EZ is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Livastat-EZ is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^SAFE

Livastat-EZ does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Livastat-EZ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Livastat-EZ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Livastat-EZ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Livastat-EZ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Livastat-EZ is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Livastat-EZ for the treatment of high cholesterol.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
It can be taken with or without food.
Notify your doctor if you experience stomach pain, loss of hunger, a sick feeling or dark urine.
Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.