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Pitavastatin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pitavastatin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Pitavastatin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pitavastatin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Pitavastatin safe for pregnant women?
Pitavastatin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pitavastatin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pitavastatin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Pitavastatin as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Pitavastatin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pitavastatin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pitavastatin on the Liver?
Pitavastatin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pitavastatin on the Heart?
Side effects of Pitavastatin rarely affect the heart.
Pitavastatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pitavastatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pitavastatin habit forming or addictive?
Pitavastatin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Pitavastatin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Pitavastatin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pitavastatin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pitavastatin
Taking Pitavastatin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pitavastatin
Consuming Pitavastatin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Livalo (pitavastatin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nikita (pitavastatin)