Review the side-effects of Pitavastatin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist. ♦
Miscellaneous- Headaches, stomach upset, abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, weakness, fatigue, malaise, jaundice, abnormal liver function and muscle cramps.
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Musculoskeletal- Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM).
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist. ♦
Miscellaneous- Headaches, stomach upset, abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, weakness, fatigue, malaise, jaundice, abnormal liver function and muscle cramps.
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Musculoskeletal- Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM).
Other Precautions :
Monitor lipid level after 4weeks therapy.Drug Name : Pitavastatin
Pitavastatin(Livalo) generic is a statin, prescribed for obesity along with appropriate diet. It works by reducing the production of certain fatty substances in the body.Trade Names for Pitavastatin
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