Ezetimibe is a potent and selective inhibitor of cholesterol absorption that has been shown to reduce the overall delivery of cholesterol to the liver, thereby promoting the synthesis of LDL receptors, with a subsequent reduction of serum LDL

It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.
Cholesterol is a naturally occurring substance in the body necessary for normal growth. However, if there is too much cholesterol in your blood, it can build up on blood vessel walls, increasing the risk of blood clots and cardiovascular events. This is one of the most common causes of heart disease.
You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Always take Ezetimibe exactly as your doctor has told you.
Continue taking your other cholesterol-lowering medicines unless your doctor tells you to stop. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Before starting Ezetimibe, you should be on a diet to lower your cholesterol.
You should keep on this cholesterol-lowering diet whilst taking Ezetimibe.
The recommended dose is one Ezetimibe 10 mg Tablet by mouth once a day.
Take Ezetimibe at any time of the day. You can take it with or without food.
If your doctor has prescribed Ezetimibe along with a statin, both medicines can be taken at the same time.
If your doctor has prescribed Ezetimibe along with any medicine containing cholestyramine, colestipol, or colesevelam, you should take Ezetimibe at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after taking the other medicine.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Reduce saturated fats. Saturated fats, found primarily in red meat and full-fat dairy products, raise your total cholesterol.
Eliminate trans fats. Trans fats, sometimes listed on food labels as ""partially hydrogenated vegetable oil,"" are often used in margarine and store-bought cookies, crackers, and cakes. Trans fats raise overall cholesterol levels.
Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids or use an omega-3 supplement like Omegat Omega 3 Capsules or Paradox Omega 3 Capsules
Increase soluble fiber. Soluble fiber can reduce the absorption of cholesterol into your bloodstream. Soluble fiber is found in such foods as oatmeal, kidney beans, Brussels sprouts, apples, and pears.
Exercise on most days of the week and increase your physical activity, work up to at least 30 minutes of exercise five times a week
Quitting smoking improves your HDL cholesterol level.
Losing weight will help you to reduce your triglyceride levels. A 5–10 percent weight loss can decrease triglyceride levels by 20 percent. Rondiet Capsules & Ronfit Capsules will help you to decrease your body weight
Sometimes healthy lifestyle changes aren't enough to lower cholesterol levels. If your doctor recommends medication to help lower your cholesterol, take it as prescribed while continuing your lifestyle changes. Lifestyle changes can help you keep your medication dose low.

You should let your doctor know: If you have moderate or severe liver problems, Ezetimibe is not recommended.
The combined use of Ezetimibe and fibrates (medicines for lowering cholesterol) should be avoided since its safety and effectiveness has not been established.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Zetex, Ezetimibe 10 Mg - 30 Tablets

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