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ZYPITAMAG® (pitavastatin)—a different kind of statin

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What makes ZYPITAMAG different from most statins


ZYPITAMAG (pitavastatin), a next-generation statin, has a reduced potential for interactions with foods and many commonly prescribed medications.


What's more, your maximum monthly cost is $34.50 (cash price). We'll help you decide between insurance and cash to find the best option for you.


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How Zypitamag is processed
ZYPITAMAG uses a less busy enzyme pathway so it is less likely to cause problems with other medications you take. CYP450 stands for cytochrome P450 which is a common enzyme used to process 70-80% of medications. UGTs stands for uridine 5'-diphosphate glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) which is an enzyme that metabolizes pitavastatin by a process called glucuronidation.

Statins, like most medications, are metabolized by enzymes in our body. 70–80% of medications are processed by the same family of enzymes known as CYP450. When these enzyme pathways become too busy it can lead to drug interactions.

ZYPITAMAG bypasses this enzyme family and is instead mainly processed by a less busy enzyme family (UGTs). This leads to a reduced potential for certain interactions with other medications.


Key Features about ZYPITAMAG
  • Comes in 2 mg and 4 mg doses
  • A moderate-intensity statin
  • Taken once daily, with or without food
  • Compatible with grapefruit juice (unlike some other statins)
  • FDA approved in 2017

Here's what patients say about Zypitamag

After finding the Marley Drug website and reading about Zypitamag I contacted my physician. After some research he gave me approval to use this medicine. I find Zypitamag effective as I had bloodwork done ...
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T. Thomas
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Zypitamag is a great option. Utilizing Marley Drug to prescribe Zypitamag has greatly improved access to pitavastatin for several of my patients.
Dr. Kimberly Rieniets, D.O
Testimonial Kimberly
I heard about Zypitamag from my cardiologist. It’s working well. My cholesterol is in the normal range now. The Marley Drug staff were very friendly, helpful, and professional.
Laura
Testimonial Laura
The results are back after 2 months on Zypitamag. Wow! My numbers have come way down, and I am so happy with the results!
Richard H.
Testimonial Richard
I just had my 3 month follow up blood work done for my cholesterol after using Zypitamag. The results were outstanding! The best lipid levels I have had in treating cholesterol... I have not had any side ...
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Garrick M
Testimonial Garrick
I have always had trouble with statins. My doctor recommended Marley Drug’s statin, Zypitamag (pitavastatin), and I have been taking that with no side effects and my bad cholesterol has gone down significantly ...
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Jacquie N.
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This drug is a miracle for me! I have tried every statin on the market with copious amounts of muscle pain weakness, back pain overall, and aching in every joint. My family has genetic high cholesterol ...
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Nurse from Houston, TX
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Zypitamag has made a world of difference in my health. I have not had any side effects of muscle pain. Thank you, Marley Drug for making the process of getting this medication so fast and easy. I never ...
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Your personal experience with Zypitamag may differ. Talk to your healthcare provider to see if Zypitamag is right for you. Stock photos are used to represent actual testimonials.

3 simple steps to switch to ZYPITAMAG

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1. Talk to your Doctor

Have your healthcare provider phone (800) 810-7790, fax (336) 771-9921, or E-Scribe your prescription to Marley Drug.

We cannot substitute any prescription (or refill) written for Livalo® without a phone call to the prescriber to get authorization for a new pitavastatin Rx.
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2. Make payment arrangements

Once Marley Drug receives your prescription, we’ll call you to arrange payment.

Zypitamag is available in 2 mg or 4 mg tablets. No account or subscription necessary.
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3. Get fast and free delivery

Your prescription will be shipped via USPS priority mail, right to your door! It’ll arrive within 3-4 business days.

Why is our price for ZYPITAMAG so low?

You can access ZYPITAMAG directly for $1.15 per day or less. We are able to provide this price because of our partnership with the manufacturer, Medicure. Our price is 50% lower than at other pharmacies.


Additional Benefits of ordering through Marley Drug:

  • No insurance is needed
  • Free shipping nationwide
  • Available to all patients with a valid prescription

If you have high cholesterol, taking a statin is important.


Did you know…
  • 40-75% of people will stop taking their statin in the first year1,2,3
  • 62% of former statin users said that side effects was the reason they stopped taking their statin4

Bring this information sheet to your next doctor’s appointment.


1 Simon LA et al. Med J Aust. 1996;164(4):208-211;
2 Avorn J et al. JAMA. 1998;279(18):1458-1462;
3 Blackburn DF et al. Can J Cardiol. 2005;21(6):485-488;
4 Cohen JD et al. J Clin Lipidol. 2012;6(3):208-215;

Most commonly asked questions about ZYPITAMAG

What are the serious side effects of ZYPITAMAG?

While these are very rare, ZYPITAMAG can cause myopathy and rhabdomyolysis, immune-medicated necrotizing myopathy, serious liver problems, and increases in HbA1c. Muscle problems can be an early indicator of rare but serious conditions. Tell your doctor right away if you have any unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever and if these muscle signs or symptoms persist after stopping ZYPITAMAG. You should also tell your healthcare provider right away if you feel more tired than usual, have a loss of appetite, upper belly pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Who should not take ZYPITAMAG?

You should not take ZYPITAMAG if you have a known hypersensitivity to any of its product components, in combination with cyclosporine or gemfibrozil, have active liver disease, and are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

How does ZYPITAMAG compare to other statins?

In clinical studies, pitavastatin has been shown to be as effective as atorvastatin (10 mg and 20 mg), simvastatin (20 and 40 mg), and pravastatin (10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg).

If I experienced muscle pain with another statin will I experience it with ZYPITAMAG?

It's impossible to know. Everyone reacts to statins differently. While you may experience side effects like muscle pain from one statin that doesn't mean you will with another. With ZYPITAMAG, the rates of muscle pain at the highest dose (4 mg) are 3.1%.

Can I drink grapefruit juice?

Yes. This is because of the unique way in which our bodies process Zypitamag, you can safely drink grapefruit juice. This also leads to a reduced potential for certain other drug-drug interactions.

When should I take ZYPITAMAG?

Take it at the same time each day. You can take with or without food. This is a unique difference about ZYPITAMAG from other statins as some need to be taken in the evening.

What are ZYPITAMAG's side effects?

The most common side effects reported in clinical studies were constipation, diarrhea, muscle pain, pain in the legs or arms, and back pain. This is not a complete list of side effects. You should talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist for more information.

What doses is ZYPITAMAG available in?

In a 2 mg and 4 mg formats. It is not available in the 1 mg pitavastatin format.

What is ZYPITAMAG used for?

ZYPITAMAG is an FDA-approved product available by prescription only. It is used in adults, in combination and diet and exercise, to treat elevated cholesterol levels. It has been shown to help reduce elevated total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), apolipoprotein B (Apo B), triglycerides (TG), and to increase high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C).

Is ZYPITAMAG a statin?

Yes. Statins are a class of medications which help to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL). Statins are available by prescription only.

What happens when I call Marley Drug?

When you call Marley Drug you will be directed to our friendly call center staff. They will help to guide you through the process of filling your prescription. Whether you are simply interested in learning more about ZYPITAMAG®, or already have a prescription, we are happy to help.

What if my prescription is at another pharmacy?

Call us at 800-810-7790 and be sure to have your prescription number ready. All we need from you is to provide us with your prescription number and we do the rest. We will contact your pharmacy, get the prescription moved over, then contact you to confirm your prescription!

Is ZYPITAMAG (pitavastatin) a generic drug?

ZYPITAMAG is not a generic medication, but rather a pharmaceutical alternative to LIVALO®. What does that mean? The FDA has determined that both medications have the same active ingredient and work in the same way.

I'm a prescribing doctor. How do I get my patients started with ZYPITAMAG (pitavastatin)?

You can E-Scribe through Marley Drug located in North Carolina. Once Marley Drug receives the prescription, they will call your patient to arrange for payment. Not using an EMR? No problem. You can fax the prescription to 336-771-9921 or call it in to 1-800-810-7790.

You mention “free shipping.” Where does this include?

Free shipping is available, nationwide USA, to all patients who have a valid prescription where Marley Drug is licensed to ship medications.

Can I get refills at this price of $1.15/day?

Yes. All refills for ZYPITAMAG® (pitavastatin) will be filled at $1.15 per day.

Is this $1.15/day a one-time offer?

This is not a one-time offer. This $1.15 per day pricing is available for all future ZYPITAMAG® (pitavastatin) prescriptions.

How do I get started?

The best way to get started is to give a call. We can walk you through the process from start to finish and provide you with some information to bring to your next doctor’s appointment.

Is this offer available anywhere else?

No. All other pharmacies in the US will be much more expensive. The $1.15/day offer and free shipping are ONLY available through Marley Drug!