Expert Advice :
Ezetimibe treats high cholesterol by lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and raising good cholesterol (HDL). This helps prevent heart attack and stroke. Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Side Effects :
Diarrhea, Joint pain, Sinus inflammation, Upper respiratory tract infection, Pain in extremity
How it works :
Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It reduces the cholesterol absorption from the intestine and lowers the levels of total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
Uses / Indications :
Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It reduces the cholesterol absorption from the intestine and lowers the levels of total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.
