Vitrase and Zypitamag

• Generic Name: hyaluronidase
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Amphadase, Hylenex, Vitrase, Wydase, Hydase

Vitrase (hyaluronidase) is a genetically designed protein.

Vitrase is used together with fluids injected into the body to treat dehydration. Hyaluronidase can also be used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.

Vitrase is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain types of x-rays or scans.

• Generic Name: pitavastatin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Livalo, Zypitamag

Zypitamag is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Zypitamag is used to treat high cholesterol in adults. Lowering your cholesterol may help prevent heart disease and hardening of the arteries, conditions that can lead to heart attack, stroke, and vascular disease.

Zypitamag may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.