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Ezitrol 10mg Tablet

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet

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Composition

EZETIMIBE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

About Ezitrol 10mg Tablet

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet belongs to the class of cholesterol-lowering medication primarily used to treat 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 food, 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)).

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet 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 disease and making them healthier.

Take Ezitrol 10mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Ezitrol 10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. The most common side effects of Ezitrol 10mg Tablet are abdominal pain, diarrhoea, flatulence, tiredness, 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.

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet 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). Ezitrol 10mg Tablet should not be prescribed to children less than ten years of age. You should contact a doctor before if you have had an allergic reaction to Ezitrol 10mg Tablet, have liver or kidney problems, pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have severe lung disease, or have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, have hypothyroidism, drink more than two servings of alcohol per day and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia). The efficiency of Ezitrol 10mg Tablet can be increased by taking low-fat or cholesterol-containing food and drinks.

Uses of Ezitrol 10mg Tablet

Treatment of High cholesterol

Medicinal Benefits

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet contains a cholesterol-lowering medication primarily used to treat high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Ezitrol 10mg Tablet 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 disease and making them healthier.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ezitrol 10mg Tablet

  • Abdominal pain

  • Diarrhoea

  •  Flatulence

  •  Feeling tired

  • Joint pain 

  • Respiratory tract infection

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ezitrol 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to Ezitrol 10mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. Ezitrol 10mg Tablet should not be taken if you have liver or kidney disease or myopathy (muscle disease). If you are taking Ezitrol 10mg Tablet with another cholesterol-lowering medication, especially statin, you should do a blood test to check liver enzymes. Do not take Ezitrol 10mg Tablet along with other cholesterol-lowering medicines (cholestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol); take it either 4 hours before or 2 hours after Ezitrol 10mg Tablet. To rule out any negative effects/interactions, keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all medications you take.

 

 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is known to interact with organ transplant medicine (cyclosporine), anti-coagulants (warfarin, phenprocoumon, fluindione), medications used to lower cholesterol (atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin), and blood thinner medication (aspirin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is known to interact with liver or kidney disease and myopathy (muscle disease).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • WARFARIN
  • PHENPROCOUMON
  • FLUINDIONE
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • ROSUVASTATIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation to help relax your body and mind.

  • Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.

  • Eat a healthy diet rich in soluble fibre like beans, legumes, whole grains, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.

  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol quickly. Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain many heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.

  • Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, low in red meat and most dairy.

  • Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants that help to lower LDL

  • Minimize the intake of added sugar. The American Heart Association (ADA) recommends one should not eat more than 100 calories (25 grams) of added sugar for women and children and no more than 150 calories (37.5 grams) for men every day.

  • American Heart Association recommends sodium chloride intake (table salt) should not exceed more than 2,300 mg per day as part of a healthy eating pattern.

  • As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking.

Special Advise

  • A blood test is important to monitor liver enzymes if you are taking Ezitrol 10mg Tablet along with a statin.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cholesterol: Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Our body also receives cholesterol from food, like cooking oils, eggs, meats, and dairy products. Excess cholesterol is bad for our health. There are two types of cholesterol, namely 'bad cholesterol' and 'good cholesterol. Bad cholesterol comprises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG), while good cholesterol consists of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Usually, there are no specific symptoms of raised or high cholesterol levels but a large deposition of cholesterol in the arteries (plaque) or heart blockage. Blocked artery or plaque formation in the heart's arteries can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attack, or stroke. So it is advisable to have complete cholesterol tests (lipid profile test) at least once a year. It will help you to closely monitor your heart health and risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Do not drink too much while taking Ezitrol 10mg Tablet. Drinking a lot of alcohol makes you more likely to get muscle and liver side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Ezitrol 10mg Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet will not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet 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.

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Kidney

Caution

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet 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.

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Children

Caution

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 17 years.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai 400 001, India.
Other Info - EZ62974

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FAQs

Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is primarily used to treat high cholesterol.
Ezitrol 10mg Tablet contains Ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. It effectively lowers cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering bad cholesterol levels. Hence, reducing the chances of heart disease and making them healthier.
Ezitrol 10mg Tablet, when used with another cholesterol-lowering medicine, especially statin, can cause an increase in liver enzymes. But if used alone, the chances of increased liver enzymes become very rare.
Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is primarily used to treat blood cholesterol levels, so for best results, avoid food that is high in cholesterol, like chips, burgers, and fried food. Preferably eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet like home-cooked food.
People with liver or kidney disease or muscle weakness (myopathy) should avoid taking Ezitrol 10mg Tablet as it might further worsen their condition.
Ezitrol 10mg Tablet may cause side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea, feeling tired, flatulence (gas), joint pain and respiratory tract infection. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, Ezitrol 10mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medication that reduces bad cholesterol levels in the blood and the risk of heart diseases.
You are recommended not to stop taking Ezitrol 10mg Tablet on your own without first consulting your doctor as it may worsen your condition. If you experience any difficulty while using Ezitrol 10mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

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