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About Lipezet 10mg Tablet

EZETIMIBE contains a cholesterol-lowering medication, which is primarily used in treating high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Our body also receives cholesterol from the food we eat, like cooking oils, eggs, meats, and dairy products.  There are two types of cholesterol, namely 'bad cholesterol' (low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG)) and 'good cholesterol' (high-density lipoprotein (HDL)). 

EZETIMIBE contains Ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. It effectively lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Hence, reducing the chances of heart diseases and making them healthier.

Take EZETIMIBE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take EZETIMIBE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of EZETIMIBE are abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, feeling tired, joint pain, and respiratory tract infection. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

EZETIMIBE may cause a breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. This condition usually occurs in the elderly, people with kidney disease, and poorly controlled hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). EZETIMIBE should not be prescribed to children less than 10 years of age. You should contact a doctor before if you have had an allergic reaction to EZETIMIBE, have liver or kidney problems, pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have severe lung disease, have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, have hypothyroidism, drink more than 2 servings of alcohol per day and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia). The efficiency of EZETIMIBE can be increased by taking low-fat or cholesterol-containing food and drinks.

Uses of Lipezet 10mg Tablet

Treat high cholesterol

Medicinal Benefits of Lipezet 10mg Tablet

EZETIMIBE contains a cholesterol-lowering medication, which is primarily used in treating high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. EZETIMIBE contains Ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. It effectively lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Hence, reducing the chances of heart diseases and making them healthier.

Directions for Use

EZETIMIBE can be taken with or without food. The tablet form of EZETIMIBE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush it.

Side Effects of Lipezet 10mg Tablet

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
•  Flatulence
•  Feeling tired
• Joint pain 
• Respiratory tract infection

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take EZETIMIBE if you are allergic to EZETIMIBE or any of its ingredients. EZETIMIBE should not be taken if you have liver or kidney disease, or myopathy (muscle disease). If you are taking EZETIMIBE with another cholesterol-lowering medication, especially statin, you should do a blood test to check liver enzymes. Do not take EZETIMIBE along with other cholesterol-lowering medication (cholestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol); take it either 4 hours before or 2 hours after EZETIMIBE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

EZETIMIBE is known to interact with organ transplant medicine (cyclosporine), anti-coagulants (warfarin, phenprocoumon, fluindione), and medicines used to lower cholesterol (atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin), blood thinner (aspirin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

No interaction was found.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Do not drink too much while taking this medicine. Drinking a lot of alcohol, you may be more likely to get muscle and liver side effects.

PREGNANCY

EZETIMIBE is not recommended during pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking EZETIMIBE.

BREAST FEEDING

EZETIMIBE is not recommended during breastfeeding. Contact your doctor before taking EZETIMIBE.

DRIVING

EZETIMIBE is not known to affect driving as it does not impair vision or cause drowsiness.

LIVER

EZETIMIBE is to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

KIDNEY

EZETIMIBE is to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.