Zeteze is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Zeteze have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Zeteze depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Zeteze include Joint aches, Limb Pain, Respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Zeteze side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zeteze are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zeteze is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zeteze's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zeteze contraindications section.
Additionally, Zeteze may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zeteze, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zeteze 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 Zeteze is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zeteze safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Zeteze during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Zeteze safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zeteze. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zeteze on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Zeteze. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zeteze on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Zeteze. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Zeteze on the Heart?
Zeteze is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zeteze 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 Zeteze unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zeteze habit forming or addictive?
Zeteze does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zeteze does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Zeteze should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zeteze for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zeteze
Some foods when eaten with Zeteze can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zeteze
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zeteze and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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)
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