EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN
About EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN
EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN belongs to the class of medicines called 'anti hyperlipidemic drugs' or cholesterol-lowering agents primarily used to lower bad cholesterol and triglycerides (type of fat) and increase good cholesterol levels. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High cholesterol, known as hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia, occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy cholesterol balance in the blood. When the cholesterol level is high in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged, contributing to heart diseases like stroke and heart attack.
EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN is a combination of Ezetimibe and Simvastatin. Ezetimibe works by reducing the cholesterol absorbed in the digestive tract. Simvastatin belongs to the class of statins or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that work by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Also, it reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart.
Take EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN based on your medical condition. Sometimes, this medicine may cause common side effects such as muscle pain, headache, diarrhoea, upper respiratory tract infection or increased liver enzyme levels. Most of these side effects of EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Ezetimibe, Simvastatin or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are aged 65 years or older, please inform your doctor. Avoid using EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN if you are pregnant. Also, you are advised to take effective birth control measures while taking EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN to avoid pregnancy. Please inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother. EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN is not recommended for children below 10 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you feel dizzy after taking EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN, avoid driving or operating machinery.
Uses of EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN
Medicinal Benefits
EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN contains Ezetimibe and Simvastatin, used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides (type of fat) and increase good cholesterol levels. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. Ezetimibe works by reducing the cholesterol absorbed in the digestive tract. Simvastatin works by inhibiting the production of cholesterol your body makes by itself. Also, it reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart. EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN is used for patients whose cholesterol levels are not controlled by diet and exercise alone.
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Side Effects of EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Increased liver enzyme levels
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
High cholesterol: It is also known as hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia and occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high level of cholesterol in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged, finally contributing to heart diseases like stroke and heart attack. Eating high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing food/drinks and genetic factors are the primary causes of high cholesterol. There are two types of cholesterol found in our body: good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). Good cholesterol is good for our heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol in our body. On the other hand, excess bad cholesterol (LDL) leads to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.
FAQs
EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN contains Ezetimibe and Simvastatin. Ezetimibe works by reducing the cholesterol absorbed in the digestive tract. Simvastatin works by inhibiting the production of cholesterol your body makes by itself. Also, it reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart.
You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are taking niacin or niacin-containing product, as it may increase the risk of muscle problems.
EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN may increase the risk of rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of muscle tissue) in some patients. It is not common for everyone who takes EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN. However, if you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness or tenderness, especially along with fever, dark-coloured urine or unusual tiredness, please consult your doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to stop taking EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, take EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking EZETIMIBE+SIMVASTATIN, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.
