Ezetimibe is a prescription medication used to manage high blood cholesterol, either alone or alongside other drugs like statins. It belongs to the class of cholesterol absorption inhibitors and works by preventing cholesterol from being absorbed from the food you eat, thus reducing the amount that enters your bloodstream.
This medication helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and total cholesterol while slightly increasing HDL (good) cholesterol. It’s typically taken once daily, with or without food.
Doctors often prescribe Ezetimibe to patients who cannot tolerate high doses of statins or who need extra cholesterol control even after statin use.
Common Uses:
High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)
Prevention of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease
Used in combination with statins for better results
Common Side Effects:
Headache
Stomach pain
Fatigue or dizziness
Muscle pain (rare)
Precaution:
Avoid alcohol or fatty diets during use. Regular liver function monitoring is recommended when used with statins. Always use under prescription.
