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FLOLIPID vs LIVALO

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. FLOLIPID and LIVALO are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

flolipidlivalo

Rating

New
New

Pharmacy pays

~$0.93 /30
~$38.04 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

SIMVASTATIN
PITAVASTATIN CALCIUM

Manufacturer

Salerno Pharms
Kowa Co

Dosage forms

Suspension
Tablet

Drug class

Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor
Hmg-Coa Reductase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 2 hours (short) in typical adults
about 12 hours

Treats

Coronary Artery Disease, Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias
Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperlipoproteinemias, Hypertriglyceridemia

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Flolipid or Livalo?

Flolipid costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.93 vs $38.04 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Flolipid and Livalo?

Flolipid contains Simvastatin, while Livalo contains Pitavastatin Calcium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.