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How Long Does Livalo Stay In The Body?

Hi: I am experience bad cramps and spasms in both legs. I am using Livalo. My Doctor has asked me to use D3 5000. for two weeks to see if alleviates the pain. If not then go off Livalo. I m not sure I like that I had similar problems with this prior and getting off the drug worked. How long does Livalo stay in your system
Sat, 18 Aug 2018
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Livalo is composed of 'Pitavastatin', which is a member of the blood cholesterol lowering medication class of statins. It is indicated for use in hypercholesterolaemia (elevated cholesterol) and for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Pitavastatin is a moderately lipophilic compound, has good oral absorption, high bio-availability and a long half-life compared with other statins. The plasma elimination half-life ranges from 5.7 hours (single dose) to 8.9 hours (steady state). Common side effects of Livalo include: muscle pain, back pain, joint pain, pain in arms and legs, diarrhea, constipation, skin rash, and headache. Intake of vitamin E capsules could help to overcome symptoms of cramps and spasms. Kindly consult your doctor before intake of such medications.

Hope the information provided helps. All the best.

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Dr. Ashakiran. S
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How Long Does Livalo Stay In The Body?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Livalo is composed of Pitavastatin , which is a member of the blood cholesterol lowering medication class of statins. It is indicated for use in hypercholesterolaemia (elevated cholesterol) and for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Pitavastatin is a moderately lipophilic compound, has good oral absorption, high bio-availability and a long half-life compared with other statins. The plasma elimination half-life ranges from 5.7 hours (single dose) to 8.9 hours (steady state). Common side effects of Livalo include: muscle pain, back pain, joint pain, pain in arms and legs, diarrhea, constipation, skin rash, and headache. Intake of vitamin E capsules could help to overcome symptoms of cramps and spasms. Kindly consult your doctor before intake of such medications. Hope the information provided helps. All the best. Regards, Dr. Ashakiran. S