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Ezetrol Information

Ezetrol (Ezetimibe) is used to lower cholesterol levels in people with high cholesterol in the blood. High cholesterol occurs when there is excess fatty substance in the blood. This condition is primarily caused by eating fatty food, being overweight, not exercising enough, and drinking alcohol. The condition can also run in families. You can reduce your risk of high cholesterol by eating healthily and exercising more. Cholesterol can build up in the walls of your arteries, forming plaque. This plaque build-up eventually leads to the narrowing of the arteries, slowing blood flow to vital organs like the heart and brain. Left untreated, a high cholesterol level can result in a heart attack or stroke. Cholesterol absorption inhibitors like Ezetimibe work by decreasing the body’s ability to absorb cholesterol from the digestive system. Your doctor may prescribe Ezetrol with other cholesterol-lowering medications or with exercise and a healthy diet.

Ezetrol Side Effects

The most common side effects of Ezetrol may include diarrhea; gas; fatigue; heartburn; nausea; Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Easy bruising or bleeding;
• Mood changes;
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash and hives;
• Signs of an inflamed gallbladder such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting;
• Unusual tiredness or weakness;

Ezetrol Precautions

Do not use Ezetrol if you are allergic to Ezetimibe or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have liver problems; have an intolerance to some sugars; are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant; are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Ezetrol and other medicines like ciclosporin; warfarin; colestyramine; fibrates; Do not use Ezetrol if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. It is not known if this medication will harm your unborn baby. Do not use Ezetrol while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. It is not known if Ezetimibe passes into your breastmilk. Do not give this drug to children less than 18 years old. It may harm them. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop or change the dose of this medicine without talking to your doctor. You can take Ezetrol with or without food at any time of the day. However, it is best to take the drug at the same time every day to help you remember. This drug may cause dizziness in some people. Do not drive or carry out hazardous activities till you know how the medicine affects you. Avoid taking Ezetrol with alcohol. Alcohol may increase the side effects of the drug. Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Ezetrol?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Ezetrol.