Ezetimide Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Ezetimide Dosage & How to Take
Ezetimide Side Effects
Ezetimide Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ezetimide with Other Drugs
Ezetimide Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ezetimide
Ezetimide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ezetimide Benefits & Uses

Ezetimide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Ezetimide Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 10 years old can take

Ezetimide Related Warnings

Is the use of Ezetimide safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Ezetimide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Ezetimide safe during breastfeeding?

Ezetimide may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ezetimide, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ezetimide.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Kidneys?

Ezetimide may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Liver?

Ezetimide may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ezetimide on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ezetimide on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ezetimide with Other Drugs

Ezetimide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cholestyramine

Atorvastatin

Cyclosporin

Fenofibrate

Mild

Warfarin

Ezetimide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ezetimide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ezetimide

Is this Ezetimide habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ezetimide has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ezetimide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ezetimide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Ezetimide for mental disorders.

No

Ezetimide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ezetimide

When consumed with certain foods, Ezetimide may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ezetimide

Information about the interaction of Ezetimide and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown