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Purchase Information for Customers
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Purchasing Livalo doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Ordering Livalo from Candrugstore, a trusted Canadian pharmacy, is not only more affordable but also highly convenient. You can place your order anytime—24 hours a day, seven days a week. To ensure timely delivery, which typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, it's a good idea to order early if you know you will need Livalo in the future.
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Candrugstore is CIPA certified, and all our practices meet both provincial and federal regulations. This means we require a valid doctor's prescription for all orders of Livalo. Your order is sourced from trusted manufacturers such as Accord, Jamp Pharma, and other reputable generic manufacturers.
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We prioritize your online security, offering a three-part BuySafe guarantee that protects you from identity theft, provides a money-back guarantee, and ensures the lowest price for your Livalo. If you find a lower price at another CIPA-certified pharmacy, we’ll match it and beat it by five dollars.
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You can purchase up to a 90-day supply of Livalo to manage your medication needs. After placing your order, there's no need to pay immediately. We verify your prescription first, and a customer service representative will contact you to confirm payment
How much does Livalo cost in Canada
Here's the pricing list for Livalo at our Canadian pharmacy
Strength | Type | Quantity | Price Range (USD) |
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1mg | Livalo | 90 | $1030.00 |
2mg | Livalo | 30, 90 | $57.00 - $140.00 |
4mg | Livalo | 30, 90 | $66.00 - $176.00 |
1mg | Pitavastatin | 100 | $144.00 |
2mg | Pitavastatin | 100 | $156.00 |
4mg | Pitavastatin | 100 | $196.00 |
Description
Indications
Pitavastatin is a medication belonging to the class of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, commonly known as statins. Its primary use is to complement dietary modifications, weight-loss, and exercise in reducing the concentration of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, commonly referred to as “bad cholesterol,” while increasing the levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, known as “good cholesterol.”
Pitavastatin is also used to decrease the concentration of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood of children aged 8 years and older diagnosed with familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia, an inherited condition that impedes normal cholesterol removal from the body. This medication’s mechanism of action involves slowing down cholesterol production in the body, reducing the buildup of cholesterol on the walls of the arteries, and preventing blockages in blood flow to vital organs such as the brain, heart, and other body parts.
Uses and Dosage
To take this medication, follow your doctor’s instructions and consume it orally with or without food, usually once daily. Dosage depends on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use, including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products.
If you take other medications to lower your cholesterol, such as bile acid-binding resins like cholestyramine or colestipol, take pitavastatin at least 1 hour before or 4 hours after taking those medications. These products may react with pitavastatin, affecting its absorption.
For maximum benefits, take this medication regularly and at the same time each day. Continue taking it even if you feel well, as most individuals with high cholesterol or triglycerides do not experience any symptoms.
Follow your doctor’s advice on diet and exercise while taking this medication. It may take up to four weeks before experiencing its full benefits.
Side Effects
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention:
- back pain
- constipation
- diarrhea
- memory loss or forgetfulness
- confusion
Inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any serious side effects:
- muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
- fever
- nausea
- extreme tiredness
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- lack of energy
- weakness
- loss of appetite
- pain in the upper right part of the stomach
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- dark urine
- flu-like symptoms
- rash
- itching
- hives
Caution
Prior to taking pitavastatin, inform your doctor or pharmacist of any allergies you may have, including allergies to inactive ingredients present in the product that could result in allergic reactions or other issues.
Before using this medication, disclose your medical history, particularly liver disease, kidney disease, or alcohol use.
Refrain from consuming alcohol, as daily use of alcohol may increase your chances of experiencing liver problems, especially when combined with pitavastatin. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for additional information.
Older adults may experience more side effects from this medication, particularly muscle problems, and should exercise caution.
This medication must not be used during pregnancy since pitavastatin can be harmful to an unborn child. Avoid pregnancy while taking this medication, and you should discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control with your doctor. If you become pregnant or suspect that you are pregnant, inform your doctor right away. Consult with your doctor regarding when to discontinue pitavastatin if attempting to conceive.
It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding while taking this drug is not recommended due to the potential risk to the infant.
Form and Strength
Livalo is available in the following forms and strengths:
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Livalo film-coated tablet:
- 1mg
- 2mg
- 4mg
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pitavastatin tablet:
- 1mg
- 2mg
- 4mg
FAQ
What is the best time of the day to take Livalo?
You may take this medicine at any time of the day with or without food.
What makes Livalo different from other statins?
Livalo produces a larger increase in high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) levels when compared to some of the other statins.
Resources
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/pitavastatin-oral-route/precautions/drg-20073137?p=1#:~:text=You%20may%20take%20this%20medicine,side%20effects%20on%20the%20liver
- https://www.drugs.com/medical-answers/livalo-pitavastatin-different-statins-3553389/#:~:text=Official%20answer&text=Livalo%20produces%20a%20larger%20increase,sustained%20over%20the%20long%2Dterm
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/pitavastatin-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20073137?p=1
- https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-154156/livalo-oral/details
- https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a610018.html
- https://www.drugs.com/livalo.html
Additional information
Generic name: | Pitavastatin |
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Formulation: | Film Coated Tablet, Tablet |
Strength(s): | 1mg, 2mg, 4mg |
Quantities Available: | 30, 90, 100 |