No, Livalo won’t cure high cholesterol. In fact, there isn’t a known cure for this condition.
However, Livalo has been found effective for treating certain forms of high cholesterol when used in combination with a low-cholesterol diet. For details, see the “Livalo uses” section above.
Livalo works by blocking a certain enzyme (a type of protein) that helps your body make cholesterol. By blocking this enzyme, Livalo helps lower your cholesterol levels. As long as you’re taking it, Livalo will work to lower your cholesterol and keep it at a healthy level.
Once you stop taking the drug, your body might make more cholesterol. And this could cause your cholesterol levels to increase again.
If you have questions about how Livalo works to treat your high cholesterol, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.