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Ezetimibe is a cholesterol/lipid lowering agent which is a kind of cardiovascular drug.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Cholesterol lowering drug

Brands

Zetia • Ezetrol

Side Effects

Common

Joint pains
Muscle pain
Diarrhea
Back pain
Fatigue
Aching muscles

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Familial hypercholesterolemia
3
40 reviews
High cholesterol
2.9
56 reviews
Hyperlipidemia
Condition

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