Question 1

please describe the medication: zetia (ezetimibe)?

Accepted Answer

For high cholesterol: This medication was introduced to treat patients to reduce high cholsterol and avoid fatty plaques in the vascular system. It is highly controversail and is recommended only as a last resort.

Question 2

please describe the medication: vytorin (ezetimibe and simvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Simvastatin + Zetia (ezetimibe): Vytorin (ezetimibe and simvastatin) is a combination medication containing simvastatin, a statin drug that inhibits cholesterol synthesis, and zetia, a blocker of cholesterol absorption in the gut. Together these agents increase production of LDL receptors that work to clear LDL particles from the circulation.

Question 3

76 yrfem consultant says after getting headaches after 1 yr on medication to change from bezafibrate to ezetimibe  although i am borderline diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Measure lipids: Bezafibrate lowers triglycerides, but ezetimbe lowers ldl cholesterol. Get a fasting lipid profile. If triglycerides are high switch to fenofibrate. If LDL cholesterol is high, switch to crestor, a much better ldl lowering agent.

Question 4

is the drug zetia (ezetimibe) a thin my blood?

Accepted Answer

No: Zetia (ezetimibe) lowers cholesterol. It does not thin the blood.

Question 5

is zetia (ezetimibe) a weaker statin than the rest of the cholesterol drugs?

Accepted Answer

It's not a statin.: Zetia (ezetimibe) is a cholesterol absorption blocker.  By itself, it can lower LDL levels by no more than 18% or so, which is relatively weak compared to some statins.  However, when combined with a statin, it can give much more significant LDL lowering.  Ask your doctor if this medication is right for you.

Question 6

how safe is it to take the drug vytorin (ezetimibe and simvastatin)?

Accepted Answer

Pretty Safe: The fda has conducted extensive safety testing before allowing any medication on the market.  That means they consider it safe for the general population described within the package insert when prescribed by a physician.  For more specific individual concerns for you, please contact your physician.

Question 7

can i take polycosonol while i am on zetia (ezetimibe)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can use the two together. You should know that neither drug has outcome data that support their use.

Question 8

what kind of side effects does zetia (ezetimibe) have on you?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Generally it is well tolerated but common side effects include:muscle aches , abdominal discomfort/diarrhea, fatigue.

Question 9

what is zetia (ezetimibe)? what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

Zetia (ezetimibe): Zetia is the drug ezetimibe. It is used to lower cholesterol.

Question 10

is there any difference in zetia (ezetimibe) and a generic alternative like ezetimbe. the cost is very much cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Same: They are the same. It is not availalable as a generic presently.

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76 yrfem consultant says after getting headaches after 1 yr on medication to change from bezafibrate to ezetimibe although i am borderline diabetes?

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Is the drug zetia (ezetimibe) a thin my blood?

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Is zetia (ezetimibe) a weaker statin than the rest of the cholesterol drugs?

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How safe is it to take the drug vytorin (ezetimibe and simvastatin)?

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Can i take polycosonol while i am on zetia (ezetimibe)?

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What is zetia (ezetimibe)? what is it used for?

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Is there any difference in zetia (ezetimibe) and a generic alternative like ezetimbe. the cost is very much cheaper?

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