Is high gamma-glutamyltransferase related to taking pitavastatin?

High gamma-glutamyltransferase may be related to taking pitavastatin, or it may be caused by other reasons. 1. Related to taking pitavastatin: pitavastatin is a kind of lipid-regulating drug, which can be used to treat hypercholesterolemia. However, it may cause side effects such as abdominal pain, allergy and liver function damage, so it is possible that high gamma-glutamyl transferase is related to taking pitavastatin. 2. Other causes: hepatitis, cholecystitis, diet, alcohol consumption, staying up all night and other reasons, may also cause elevated γ-glutamyltransferase in liver function. So once the phenomenon of γ-glutamyltransferase elevation, can not judge whether it is related to eating pitavastatin, but also need to further check the liver and gallbladder ultrasound and other projects to check the cause, under the guidance of the doctor for treatment. You should also eat a light diet, avoid smoking and alcohol, do not stay up late, and keep your emotions relaxed.