Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] is a drug that is indicated for use in the treatment of high cholesterol levels of the body. This dug works by reducing the amount of cholesterol that is absorbed by the body from the food. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medications. This drug is also used for the treatment of high blood campesterol or sitosterol. Doctors may prescribe the drug for other reasons too.
How to use
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] should be administered the way it has been prescribed. Generally a dosage of one tablet once a day is prescribed though it may vary to suit individual requirements. This drug is best taken at the same time each day for maximum benefit.
Though this drug is sometimes co-administered with other medications, caution should be maintained as to the time they are to be taken. Some drugs such as lovastatin (Mevacor), pravastatin (Pravachol), atorvastatin (Lipitor), simvastatin (Zocor), fluvastatin (Lescol) or fenofibrate (Antara, TriCor, Lipofen, Lofibra, Triglide) can be taken at the same time. On the other hand, some drugs such as cholestyramine (Prevalite, Questran), colesevelam (Welchol) or colestipol (Colestid) should be taken at least 2-4 hours before or after taking Zetia.
This drug will work only if it is as treated as part of a complete program of regular exercise, balanced diet and weight control.
Side Effects
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] may cause side effects in patients but it is difficult to anticipate them. Common side effects which have been reported are abdominal pain, diarrhea, sinusitis, back pain or joint pain.
Side effects such as chest pain, headache, upper respiratory infection, dizziness and muscle pain may occur if Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] is administered along with a Statin drug.
Drug Interaction
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] may cause drug interactions when administered in combination with other drugs. Special caution should be maintained in case of the following:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately
Uses
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] is prescribed for the treatment of high cholesterol levels. This drug has to be used alone or in combination with other drugs, with a low cholesterol- diet and regular exercise to reduce high cholesterol. A lower level of cholesterol decreases the risk of heart attack and strokes.
Storage
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] should be stored at room temperature. It should be kept out of reach of children and pets.
Precaution
Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] will not work if the patient does not follow a healthy lifestyle with little or no exercise and cholesterol-laden foods.
This drug may increase the risk of developing a condition that causes breakdown of the skeletal muscle tissue. This can further lead to kidney failure. Symptoms of this condition are muscle weakness, muscle tenderness, dark-colored urine, fever or flu-like symptoms.
In case the doctor has advised the patient on taking Zetia [Ezetimibe tablet] in combination with other drugs, the proper schedule of administering them should be followed so as not to cause any side effects.
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