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Pitavastatin Calcium Hydrate

Pitavastatin calcium hydrate is an ingredient that lowers blood cholesterol levels to prevent atherosclerosis.

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MFDS ingredient code M269365

What does it do?

Pitavastatin calcium hydrate is a lipid-lowering agent belonging to the statin class. It is primarily used to lower blood cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases associated with atherosclerosis.

This ingredient inhibits enzymes involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver, thereby lowering blood cholesterol levels. As a result, the accumulation of cholesterol in blood vessels is reduced, slowing the progression of atherosclerosis and decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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Good to know

Compared to other statins, pitavastatin has a somewhat unique metabolic pathway in the liver, resulting in a relatively low risk of drug interactions. Additionally, it is characterized by its excellent effect on improving blood lipids while having a low incidence of side effects.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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