Ezetimibe
Drugs that are taken to normalize blood cholesterol levels are usually used in combination with diet. There are a lot of such medicines. This article will focus on the drug Ezetimibe. It is a prescription medication that can only be obtained from the pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.
Ezetimibe helps to reduce the percentage of bad cholesterol in the blood, or raise the level of "good" cholesterol. It can be used in combination with other medicines.
Excess blood cholesterol can lead to dangerous consequences such as atherosclerosis, heart attack, or stroke. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor in a timely manner and start the treatment. The doctor will probably prescribe a blood test for you and then prescribe the drugs you need. Typically, patients who are undergoing treatment with the drug Ezetimibe have to take blood tests several times. This is necessary so that the doctor could understand whether your drug is working or not.
Throughout the treatment course the doctor can make changes in your treatment, increase the dosage of the drug and make recommendations regarding the therapy, recommended diet and exercise, which are also necessary to achieve the best result.
Taking Ezetimibe requires refusing from alcoholic beverages during the therapy. It is also not recommended to eat foods with a high percentage of fat.
The drug may cause some adverse effects, but if your doctor prescribes this medicine, then the risk of side reactions is most likely justified by the likelihood of a good result from the treatment. Before using Ezetimibe, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or substance. Also tell your doctor about any symptoms you are experiencing. If you have any questions, contact your doctor and ask him or her about everything that interests you.
Mode of Application
Ezetimibe tablets are taken once a day, regardless of meals, preferably in the evening. Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. It is forbidden to increase or decrease the recommended dose. If you take more medication than your doctor recommended, it can cause overdosing symptoms. Ask your doctor if you are not sure how to take your medicine correctly.
If your condition has improved, but the treatment has not yet ended, then you should not stop taking the medicine until the course is complete.
It is usually recommended to follow a diet and exercise daily with Ezetimibe to get the best treatment results.
Adverse Reactions
Common side effects include dizziness, runny nose, joint pain, diarrhea, and headache. They usually take short time, but if any of these symptoms persist for a long time, then you should contact your doctor for advice.
Serious adverse reactions include an allergic reaction, indigestion, problems with appetite, extreme weakness, and fever. If you observe any of them, then you should immediately get medical attention.
Warning
The drug is not recommended to the women during pregnancy or nursing mothers due to the risk of harm to the baby.
If you have liver disease, then this drug is probably not for you. Tell your doctor about any medical conditions you are experiencing. The medicine has contraindications, so you must inform your doctor about any symptoms and health problems you have.
The list of side effects and contraindications is not complete, as the information here is for informational purposes only. Before using any drug, consult with your doctor and get full information from him or her about the medicines you need.