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Ezetimide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Ezetimide have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ezetimide. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Ezetimide include Joint aches, Limb Pain, Respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Ezetimide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ezetimide go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Ezetimide's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ezetimide related warnings talks about Ezetimide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Ezetimide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ezetimide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ezetimide is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ezetimide 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 Ezetimide is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ezetimide safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Ezetimide in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Ezetimide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ezetimide. Immediately discontinue Ezetimide if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ezetimide. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ezetimide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Heart?
Side effects of Ezetimide rarely affect the heart.
Ezetimide 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 Ezetimide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ezetimide habit forming or addictive?
Ezetimide does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ezetimide since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ezetimide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ezetimide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ezetimide
Ezetimide may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ezetimide
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ezetimide 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