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Ezetimibe and simvastatin

Ezetimibe and simvastatin

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Ezetimibe and simvastatin is a combination medication that is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Brands

Vytorin

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Cough
Abdominal pain
Fatigue
Back pain
Passing gas
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Upper respiratory tract symptom
Joint pains
Muscle pain
Flatulence
Cognitive impairment
Aching muscles
Loss of strength
Slow thinking

Serious

Hypersensitivity

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