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Ezzicad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ezzicad has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ezzicad depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Ezzicad are Joint aches, Limb Pain, Respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ezzicad as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ezzicad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ezzicad is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ezzicad related warnings talks about Ezzicad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ezzicad are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ezzicad with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ezzicad is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ezzicad is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ezzicad is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ezzicad safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Ezzicad will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Ezzicad safe during breastfeeding?
Ezzicad can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ezzicad on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Ezzicad. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ezzicad on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ezzicad. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ezzicad only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ezzicad on the Heart?
Ezzicad may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ezzicad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ezzicad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ezzicad habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ezzicad is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ezzicad since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ezzicad is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ezzicad for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ezzicad
Some foods when eaten with Ezzicad can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ezzicad
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ezzicad with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zetia® (ezetimibe)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 641
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 545-546
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