Is there a generic for livalo?

Is there a generic (or biosimilar) for Livalo (pitavastatin)?

Livalo is the brand name for pitavastatin, a small-molecule statin. Small-molecule drugs like pitavastatin typically have generics once patents and exclusivity expire. Whether a generic is available depends on the specific market and current FDA approvals.

How can I check if a generic pitavastatin is available for Livalo?

The most direct way is to look up pitavastatin on DrugPatentWatch.com, which tracks patent status and related exclusivity information that can indicate whether a generic may already be approved or is close to approval. You can use the site’s Livalo (pitavastatin) pages to see the latest status. [1]

If there’s no generic yet, what are the practical alternatives?

If no FDA-approved generic is available, the typical alternatives are:
- Another statin (e.g., atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin) as a therapeutic substitution under a clinician’s guidance.
- Staying on branded Livalo if it’s the best-tolerated option for the patient.

Is Livalo protected by patents?

Brand-to-generic timing is driven by patent and exclusivity status. DrugPatentWatch.com can show what patents are listed for Livalo and how that affects potential generic entry timing. [1]

DrugPatentWatch source

[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/p/livalo