Ezetimibe is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high cholesterol.
Side effects
Diarrhoea
Joint pain
Limb pain
Respiratory tract infection
Sinus inflammation
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Ezetimibe, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Ezetimibe is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It reduces the cholesterol absorption from the intestine and lowers the levels of total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Ezetimibe a bile acid sequestrent /statin? Ezetimibe belongs to a class of medication called as cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It is not a bile acid sequestrent or statin
Q. Is Ezetimibe a generic drug / same as Ezetrol/Zetia? Yes, Ezetimibe is a generic name and Ezetrol/Zetia is the brand name of Ezetimibe
Q. Is Ezetimibe safe? Ezetimibe is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. How does Ezetimibe reduce cholesterol in the body? Ezetimibe prevents the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine into the blood
Q. Does Ezetimibe cause weight gain, muscle pain, cancer, lowers triglyceride, increase HDL? Ezetimibe lowers triglyceride, increases the level of HDL in blood and has been found to reduce weight and cause muscle pain; however, cancer has not been reported.
Expert Advice
Decreases total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL). This helps prevent heart attack and stroke.Regular exercise and low-fat diet further help to lower levels of fat in the blood.Can be used with other medications to lower cholesterol.Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine.
Product Details
SKU: PC-21762 Product Description: Ezedoc 10 mg Tablet is manufactured by Lupin Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.