Does ezetimibe cause muscle weakness?

Muscle weakness may occur when ezetimibe is used with a statin. It is also common for muscle weakness to occur when ezetimibe is taken alone. Consult your doctor if you experience any pain or muscle weakness.

What should be avoided while taking ezetimibe?

It is best to avoid foods that are fried, high in salt content and also high in calories when taking ezetimibe.

Ezetimibe

Uses of Ezetimibe

Ezetimibe is commonly used to treat patients with high cholesterol levels.

How Ezetimibe Works

Ezetimibe treats patients with high cholesterol levels by inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol via the sterol transporter, NPC1L1. As a result, it decreased levels of cholesterol in the liver, reduced the hepatic cholesterol storage and increased clearance of cholesterol from the blood.

Side Effects of Ezetimibe

Headache, Myalgia, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Chest pain, Rash

Information About Ezetimibe

Ezetimibe is a selective cholesterol absorption inhibitor used to treat hypercholesterolaemia and mixed dyslipidaemia as monotherapy or adjunct to statin therapy in Singapore. Available as a 10mg oral tablet taken once daily with or without food, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It reduces LDL cholesterol by 15–20% by selectively blocking NPC1L1 transporter-mediated intestinal cholesterol absorption — when added to statin therapy, it provides additive LDL reduction with proven cardiovascular event reduction in high-risk patients. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Ezetimibe online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Ezetimibe is right for you.

Ezetimibe is a medication commonly used to lower high cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. It works by decreasing the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines, helping lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe belongs to a class of medications known as cholesterol absorption inhibitors and is widely used in lipid management and cardiovascular care. Find affordable Ezetimibe options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Ezetimibe should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ezetimibe may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Safe

It is safe to consume Ezetimibe with alcohol.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Ezetimibe may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown side effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable even with the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Ezetimibe usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Ezetimibe is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease; Child Pugh Score > 7. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

No academic reports explaining the use of Ezetimibe for breastfeeding mothers have been located. However, if Ezetimibe is taken by breastfeeding mothers, the nursing infant should be closely monitored for any adverse reactions.