Ezetimibe 10mg

Ezetimibe 10 mg

It is a prescription drug. You can use it as an oral tablet. It is available in a generic form and costs less than the branded one. Doctors recommend using it together with some lifestyle changes. These are such as exercise, diet, and weight loss. They lower the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances present in the blood.

How to use Ezetimibe 10 mg

You can use it alone or along with a statin. Ezetimibe 10mg is a part of drugs called cholesterol-lowering drugs. It works and prevents cholesterol absorption in the intestine. It is a prescription drug. You can use it as an oral tablet. It is available in a generic form and costs less than the branded one.

What is Ezetimibe 10 mg used for?

Ezetimibe 10 mg tablet lowers cholesterol.  It is used in people having high levels of cholesterol.

Generic name

Ezetimibe is the generic name of this drug.

Benefits

It lowers the high levels of cholesterol in the body. Reducing the cholesterol amount lowers the chances of heart disease. It helps you to stay healthier for a longer time. Use it on a regular basis. You must make suitable lifestyle changes like eating healthy and being active. It will maximize the effectiveness of this drug. Keep using it even if you feel great.

What should you avoid while using it?

• Do not use it with a statin cholesterol drug such as Crestor, Zocor, or Lipitor.
• Do not eat high-fat or cholesterol foods as this drug will not be as effective.
• Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol.
• Do not drive after you use Ezetimibe 10 mg brand name as it may cause dizziness.
• Do not use any heavy machines as you need to stay alert.
• When not to use it?
• You are pregnant
• You are lactating
• You have active liver disease
• Anyone aged below 10 years should not use it.
• If you have moderate or serious liver issues. If the liver does not work well, it may stay in the body longer. It can cause this drug to build up in the body and cause more side effects.
• If your doctor told you that you are lactose intolerant, then do not use it.

Tell your doctor if:

Missed dosage:

• Use the missed dosage once you remember.
• Yet if it is time for using the next dosage then skip it.
• Take your regular dosage and continue with your normal dosing schedule.
• You should not use double dosage to compensate for any missed one.

Overdosage:

• If you take too much of it, contact your doctor. But if you suffer from severe symptoms, then do not wait and get medical help immediately.

How does Ezetimibe 10 mg work?

Ezetimibe 10 mg belongs to a class of drugs. It is known as cholesterol absorption inhibitors. This drug works in the same way as other drugs in this group. It is often used to treat the same type of conditions. It blocks the total cholesterol that is absorbed from the intestines. It lowers cholesterol in the blood and liver.

Dosage of Ezetimibe 10 mg

The dosage of this drug is based on the medical condition you are having and how you respond to this treatment. The form of Ezetimibe 10 mg and how often you use this drug will depend on:

• Your age
• How severe the condition is
• Your other medical conditions
• How you react to the initial dosage
• Use it by mouth as told by your doctor.
• Take it one time every day with your food.
• If your doctor asks avoid having food with Ezetimibe 10mg.
• You should not cut the tablet or crush it.
• Use this drug along with regular exercise and a low-fat diet.
• Take it daily to enjoy the most benefit from it.
• Use it at the same time daily to not forget about its dosage.
• Do not stop using it even if you feel that your condition is improving.
• Most people having high cholesterol do not feel unwell.
• It may take almost 2 weeks before you have the full benefits of this drug.
• Before you take it, tell your doctor if:
• You are allergic to Ezetimibe 10 mg
• You are using any prescription or non-prescription drugs
• You are taking any herbals products, nutritional supplements, and vitamins
• You are using anti-coagulants like warfarin, gemfibrozil, and fenofibrate.
• You are using colestipol and colesevelam.
• You have severe or moderate liver disease or kidney disease. You have unexplained weakness or muscle pai
• You have kidney disease
• You face muscle symptoms such as weakness or pain especially if accompanied by fever.

Side effects

Get urgent medical help if you have signs of any allergic reaction to this drug:

• Breathing difficult
• Hives
• Swollen face, tongue, lips, or throat

It can cause the breakdown of muscle tissues which can lead to kidney failure. Contact your doctor immediately if you have any unexplained pain in the muscle. If you face any weakness, or tenderness, have a fever, dark urine, or unusual tiredness tell your doctor. The side effect of Ezetimibe 10 mg may more likely occur in older adults.

Common side effects are:

• Diarrhea
• Cold symptoms like sneezing, sore throat, stuffy nose
• Leg or arm pain
• Joint pain
• Muscle pain while using this drug with a statin

Serious side effects

Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects. If your symptoms look life-threatening to you, or if you think you are having a medical emergency. Serious side effects are:

• Liver issues: Symptoms are:
• Abdominal pain
• Skin yellowing
• Whitening of your eyes
• Severe muscle issues such as rhabdomyolysis. Symptoms are:
• Unexplained muscle pain in the thighs, shoulders, or lower back
• Dark-colored urine
• Fever
• Confusion
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Producing less urine than usual
• Trouble moving your arms or legs due to weakness

Interaction

This oral tablet can interact with other drugs, herbs, or vitamins you are using. An interaction is when a substance changes the way a drug will work. It can be harmful or prevent this drug from working well.

To aid in avoiding interactions, your doctor must manage all drugs with caution. Ensure that you tell your doctor about every drug, herb, and vitamin. To find out how it may interact with something else you are using, talk to your doctor.

Examples of drugs that may interact with Ezetimibe 10 mg are listed below.

Blood thinner

Using it with warfarin can cause it to work very well or not sufficiently enough. Your doctor may be monitoring you very closely if you use a blood thinner with Ezetimibe 10mg.

Cholesterol-lowering drugs

Using some cholesterol-lowering drugs with this drug can lower the amount of it in the body. It means that it may not work too. You can avoid the interaction by using it at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after using your cholesterol drug.

Examples of these cholesterol drugs are:

• Colestipol
• Cholestyramine
• Colesevelam

These cholesterol drugs may cause gallstones when used with Ezetimibe drug:

• Gemfibrozil
• Fenofibrate
• Using cyclosporine with this drug increases the levels of both these drugs in the body. Your doctor may be monitoring you very closely if you use these drugs together.
• If you take any other cholesterol drug use it for two hours or after 4 hours of using such drugs.
• Inform your doctor about all other drugs. He must know if you are using jantoven, Coumadin, gemfibrozil, and fenofibrate acid.

How to store it?

• Keep it away from kids.
• Store it at room temperature
• Do not let excess moisture or heat touch it.
• If any drug is not required you must dispose of it in special ways. You need to ensure that kids, pets, and other people do not take them.
• Do not flush any drugs down your toilet.
• The best way of disposing of your drug is through a take-back program.
• Talk to your local pharmacist to know more about the take-back programs in the community.
• If you have any queries about refilling the prescription, ask your doctor.

FAQs:

Q-Does it cause loss of memory?

Loss of memory is not a side effect of this drug if you use it alone for treating high cholesterol. It is often used along with cholesterol-lowering drugs such as statins. They are linked with memory loss, confusion, and forgetfulness. It is used along with non-statins for treating high cholesterol. Yet such products do not cause any memory loss. Cognitive impairments such as forgetfulness, memory impairment, amnesia, and confusion are linked with the use of statin. Such issues are reported for all statins.

Q-Is it better than a statin?

It will depend on the individual whether this drug is better than a statin. Ezetimibe 10mg and statin lower cholesterol with their action. The best drug for lowering cholesterol for every individual is the one that adequately lowers your cholesterol without any side effects. Track the results and side effects. Then adjust the drug routine to suit the requirements of individuals. Your doctor may prescribe Ezetimibe 10 mg alternative.

Does Ezetimibe 10mg affect blood pressure?

It does not affect blood pressure. In clinical trials, this drug did not increase or lower the blood pressure of patients. A few people may have already had high blood pressure before using Ezetimibe 10mg. If you suffer from high blood pressure and you are using it to control it, then treat high pressure and cholesterol Thus you can lower your cardiovascular risk. Tell your doctor about the drugs you are using and if they are compatible with any drugs that you may be beginning.

How long should you continue using ezetimibe 10mg?

Take Ezedoc 10mg as directed by your doctor. You are not supposed to start or stop using the medicine without your doctor’s advice. Patients are advised not to take more than the amount recommended by their doctor.

How long does it take for Ezetimibe 10mg to start working?

The time it takes for Ezetimibe 10mg to start working can vary from person to person. In general, it can take several weeks before you see a significant drop in cholesterol levels. It is important to continue taking the medication as prescribed and to follow up with your doctor for follow-up.

Is Ezetimibe 10mg suitable for people with high cholesterol?

Ezetimibe 10mg may not be suitable for people with high cholesterol. Your doctor will consider your general health, medical history, and other factors before prescribing this medication to you. It is important to discuss your particular situation with your doctor to determine the most appropriate treatment options.