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Livalo 2.09 mg/1

pitavastatin calcium · TABLET, FILM COATED · Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.

2 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Livalo is a prescription tablet taken by mouth that contains pitavastatin calcium, a statin medication used to help lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It belongs to a class of drugs commonly used to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Livalo
Generic Name
pitavastatin calcium
NDC Code (Product)
66869-204
Manufacturer
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
Strength
2.09 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA022363
Marketing Start
05/16/2019

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class III02/24/2025

Kowa Pharmaceuticals America

Presence of foreign tablets/capsules

CompletedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/15/2021

Cardinal Health Inc.

CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Livalo used for?

Livalo is a prescription tablet taken by mouth that contains pitavastatin calcium, a statin medication used to help lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It belongs to a class of drugs commonly used to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Is Livalo a controlled substance?

Livalo is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Livalo?

The generic name for Livalo is pitavastatin calcium. There are 11 other brand versions of pitavastatin calcium.

What is the NDC code for Livalo 2.09 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Livalo 2.09 mg/1 is 66869-204, listed by Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc..