In general, taking pitavastatin may affect liver function. Pitavastatin belongs to the statin class of lipid-lowering drugs and can be used to treat hypercholesterolemia and familial hypercholesterolemia. Mainly because its absorption needs to pass through the liver, it can increase the burden on the liver, and liver dysfunction and jaundice accompanied by a significant increase in transaminases may occur. Therefore, pitavastatin may affect liver function. Adverse reactions such as thrombocytopenia, abdominal pain, drug rash, and tiredness may also occur with this drug, and prompt medical attention is recommended for adverse reactions. It is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease, biliary tract occlusion, allergy to this drug, pregnancy, as well as lactating women. In addition, it is recommended that patients taking pitavastatin should undergo regular liver function tests, and if abnormalities are detected, the drug should be stopped and properly treated.