Livastat EZ Benefits & Uses

Livastat EZ is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Livastat EZ Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 4 mg, once daily
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 4 mg, once daily

Livastat EZ Related Warnings

Is the use of Livastat EZ safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Livastat EZ on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Moderate
Is the use of Livastat EZ safe during breastfeeding?

Livastat EZ can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Mild
What is the effect of Livastat EZ on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Livastat EZ . If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Livastat EZ on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Livastat EZ . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Livastat EZ on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Livastat EZ on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Livastat EZ with Other Drugs

Livastat EZ should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Erythromycin

Gemfibrozil

Colchicine

Moderate

Mild

Warfarin

Livastat EZ Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Livastat EZ unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Jaundice
Trauma
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Livastat EZ

Is this Livastat EZ habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Livastat EZ is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Livastat EZ since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Livastat EZ only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Livastat EZ is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Livastat EZ Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Livastat EZ

Taking Livastat EZ with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Livastat EZ

Information about the interaction of Livastat EZ and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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