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pitavastatin calcium hydrate

pitavastatin calcium hydrate (LIVALO) is a hmg-coa reductase inhibitor.

PMDA: approved
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Quick answer

pitavastatin calcium hydrate (LIVALO) is a hmg-coa reductase inhibitor.

Key facts

INN pitavastatin calcium hydrate
Brand LIVALO
Mechanism HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
Target 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase

Mechanism of action

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor

Primary target: 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase

Approval history

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PMDA approved

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  5. rosuvastatin calcium HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
  6. simvastatin HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor

Frequently asked questions

What is pitavastatin calcium hydrate?

pitavastatin calcium hydrate (LIVALO) is a hmg-coa reductase inhibitor.

What is the brand name for pitavastatin calcium hydrate?

LIVALO is a marketed brand name for pitavastatin calcium hydrate. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.