Ezetimibe

Ezetimibe is an anti-hyperlipidemic medication, which is used to control high cholesterol levels in the blood. It is usually prescribed along with other medications and diet and exercise routine. It reduces the amount of cholesterol absorbed by the body from the food.

Before taking Ezetimibe:

• Consult a doctor in case you have a history of liver disease.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are planning to get pregnant
• Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other prescription or over the counter drugs
• Tell your doctor if you have or have had kidney disease or thyroid disorder

Use of Ezetimibe can also cause some minor side effects like headache, muscle pain, runny nose, sore throat, congestion, coughing. This medicine can also lead to some serious side effects such as bleeding gums, bloating, blood in urine or stools, change in heartbeat, loss of appetite, fever, chest pain, unusual muscle weakness, tenderness, or pain, severe nausea, yellow eyes, pale skin, abdominal pain. Allergic reaction to Ezetimibe can cause rash, hives and itching. Seek immediate medical attention in case of discomfort.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Increased Cholesterol Levels In Blood

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Joint Pain

• Sinus Inflammation

• Limb Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Respiratory Tract Infection

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Ezitrol 10mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Ezetimibe, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Ezetimibe as ingredient

• Ezedoc 10Mg Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Tonact 20-Ez Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Atorsave Ez 10 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Eris Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

• Azerva E Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Zivast E 10 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  FDC Ltd

• Lipira Ez 10Mg/10Mg Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Nateaze 10 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Natco Pharma Ltd

• Razel Ez 10 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lipi Ez 10 Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Atorfit Max Tablet

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Ezetimibe is used for lowering plasma cholesterol levels. However, it is generally used as second-line treatment for cholesterol when statin is not tolerated by patients. It works by preventing cholesterol absorption by the small intestine thereby reducing the amount of cholesterol available to liver and in the body in general.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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  Gloristat 10Mg Tablet

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