{"id":18813,"date":"2017-12-08T16:00:49","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T10:30:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18813"},"modified":"2018-07-30T15:20:16","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:50:16","slug":"ezetimibe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18813","title":{"rendered":"Ezetimibe \u2013 Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name- <\/strong>Zetia<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category- <\/strong>Cholesterol absorption inhibitor<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name- <\/strong><em>Ezetimibe\u00a0<\/em><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information about Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ezetimibe\u00a0is included in the group of medicines known as cholesterol\u00a0absorption inhibitors. As its name indicates, ezetimibe has the ability to clog up the absorption of cholesterol from intestines to the blood. This further leads to the less amount of cholesterol entering the body. Ezetimibe is one of the effective cholesterol-lowering medicines helpful to assist patients in managing the levels of cholesterol and reducing the health complications connected to high cholesterol. Many times, doctors may recommend Ezetimibe with Simvastatin, a statin medication, which can minimize the cholesterol production inside the liver and also reduces the quantity of cholesterol in the bloodstream.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is Ezetimibe Approved by FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Yes, the U.S Food and Drug Administration had given its approval to Ezetimibe in October 2002 for cholesterol reduction in the bloodstream<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ezetimibe is a prescription medicine which is proven to treat various conditions. Some are given below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Ezetimibe for High Cholesterol &#8211;<\/em><\/strong> Ezetimibe can be used to treat high\u00a0cholesterol in those individuals who find themselves incapable of reducing their cholesterol with the help of lifestyle changes alone. Ezetimibe has the potential to lower the overall cholesterol and\u00a0LDL\u00a0(bad cholesterol), but it has a very little effect on the\u00a0HDL\u00a0(good cholesterol). Most of the time, the healthcare providers prescribes this medicine in the combination of certain other\u00a0cholesterol-lowering medications. When taken in the combination with\u00a0simvastatin (Zocor) or\u00a0atorvastatin\u00a0(Lipitor), Ezetimibe can treat high level of cholesterol occu the genetic disorder called homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Ezetimibe for <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Sitosterolemia<\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Sitosterolemia is actually an uncommon genetic condition where\u00a0plant sterols present in the foodstuff. Theses sterols are absorbed in the intestines in greater amounts than the normal one and not removed. This results in the high levels of campesterol and sitosterol (which are the kinds of plant sterols) inside the blood. Eventually, this can cause\u00a0high level of cholesterol, early atherosclerosis\u00a0(arteries become hard) and deposition of\u00a0cholesterol\u00a0(called xanthoma) in tendons. They can also raise some liver and blood complications. Ezetimibe can treat high campesterol and sitosterol levels in blood of those who have homozygous familial sitosterolemia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Ezetimibe for <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia in children above the age of 10 years<\/em><\/strong>&#8211; Ezetimibe is proven to treat heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia in the boys who are 10 years or more older and girls 10 years old or older who have started having their periods. It is not meant for the children under ten years old or for those girls who do not have their periods yet. Its better to consult your child&#8217;s medical practitioner about the benefits and risks of using Ezetimibe in children.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Ezetimibe<\/strong><strong> Side Effects:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">These two simple words \u2018side effects\u2019 make a fear effect in the minds of people. They become so anxious that they rush to the nearest doctor for the safety measures and also abuse their healthcare providers and their prescribed drugs. However, it is seen most of the time, people\u2019s lack of responsibility to take medicine on prescribed time, overdose consequences and carelessness can also cause side effects. Some Ezetimibe side effects are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Unusual muscle weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">stomach pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">clay-colored stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">dark urine<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">unusual pain or tenderness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">jaundice (yellowing of eyes or skin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">tingly feeling or numbness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">low fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">fast heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">nausea and vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">sore throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">pancreatitis (extreme pain in upper stomach spreading to the back)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">tired feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">cough<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">skin rashes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">chest pain<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">uncontrollable headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">stuffy or runny nose, cold symptoms<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">joint pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">depressed mood<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you find any of these side effects, just call your doctor as soon as possible to prevent further health complications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosages of Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">You need to take Ezetimibe as prescribed by doctor. Never take the drug in smaller or larger quantities or for longer than the recommended period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ezetimibe is generally taken one-time a day, with or without your meals. Try to take this medication at same time every day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Certain cholesterol medicines should not be used at same time. Never use Ezetimibe with colestipol (Colestid) or cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite). Just wait minimum 4 hours after using these medicines before taking Ezetimibe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Doctor may recommend to use Ezetimibe with fenofibrate (Lipofen, Antara, Lofibra, Triglide, TriCor), or with any &#8220;statin&#8221; drugs like simvastatin (Zocor), lovastatin (Mevacor), pravastatin (Pravachol), atorvastatin (Lipitor) or fluvastatin (Lescol). It might require around 2 weeks of taking this drug before your cholesterol level gets improved. To enjoy positive results always, keep on using the medicine as directed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Your cholesterol level needs to be measured with the help of blood tests at regular interval. So never miss your scheduled visits to the healthcare providers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Store Ezetimibe away from heat and moisture and keep it at the room temperature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I Miss my Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The majority of folks, especially those people who are quite busy with their frantic lifestyles and work pressure, tend to forget having their medications on time. However, this is not a major issue or any big matter of concern. If you have missed your dose, just take it at the moment you remember about that. Don\u2019t take double dose or extra dose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Overdose complications can be fatal. Lots of people take extra Ezetimibe dose or double dose by mistake or intentionally. If you think that you have taken Ezetimibe in greater-than-recommended amounts, call your doctor at once.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions of Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Many people are not acquainted with the probable drugs and supplements, which can interact with Ezetimibe. This part is exactly what that converts your present health condition into the more worst one. If you want Ezetimibe treatment to work exactly the way you want, then you have to stay away from products, drugs and medicines, which can interact with Ezetimibe. Some of them are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">blood thinner like warfarin (Coumadin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">colesevelam (Welchol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">colestipol (Colestid)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">cyclosporine (Gengraf, Sandimmune, Neoral)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">gemfibrozil (Lopid)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This is not the complete list. Just make your medical practitioner informed about all the medicines and drugs you take.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Life style and Food Habits you must Follow when on Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Leading a mentally and physically well-balanced life is to opt the healthy lifestyle. Of course, its easy to say than do, because many other great things are also involved like the way you think, where you work, what you eat, what you do, where you live, financial situations etc, decides how healthy you live. This aspect becomes bigger and bigger when it comes to lifestyle while following any medical treatment including Ezetimibe treatment. If you are a chain smoker or alcohol addict, then you need to quit these habits. Don\u2019t forget that, the more healthy your lifestyle is, the more efficient your treatment will be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Also, inform your doctor if you have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">thyroid disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">if you use birth control pills or steroid medicine<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">allergic to Ezetimibe<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Any\u00a0sort of cholesterol treatment\u00a0starts with the positive lifestyle changes (including, diet, weight loss as well as exercise). If the lifestyle modifications are not effective to reduce the cholesterol\u00a0to a good level,\u00a0then cholesterol medicines like ezetimibe is necessary. Remember that Ezetimibe is just part of the overall cholesterol-reducing treatment, which also involves exercise, diet plan as well as weight control. Follow the medication dose, diet, and exercise regimes carefully and properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How Safe is Ezetimibe for Pregnant Women or Nursing mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">When a lady is with child or pregnant, she needs to be doubly cautious and safe, not just for the sake of her own health but also for her unborn infant. Hence, if you are pregnant, a nursing mother or planning to become pregnant, do inform your physician in advance. \u00a0It is not known whether Ezetimibe can pass on to the mother\u2019s milk and cause harm to the baby or not. So, consult your doctor and ask for all the safety measures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible due to Prolonged use of Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There are tons of medications which have habit-forming ability. Its not sure if Ezetimibe can cause anything like that or not. But as a piece of advice, never stop its use without consulting your doctor. You have to first ask your health care provider about what and how to stop its use completely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of the Ezetimibe:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">To get this medicine, you just need to grab your mouse and click to some authorized online medicine companies, which can offer you the required medicine along with its information as well. You can even visit to the nearest licensed drug store to buy Ezetimibe.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name- Zetia Category- Cholesterol absorption inhibitor Generic name- Ezetimibe\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Introduction and Quick Information about Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe\u00a0is included in the group of medicines known as cholesterol\u00a0absorption inhibitors. As its name indicates, ezetimibe has the ability to clog up the absorption of cholesterol from intestines to the blood. 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