DESCRIPTION
ETALIZE-S (ezetimibe and simvastatin) contains ezetimibe, a selective inhibitor of intestinal cholesterol and related phytosterol absorption, and simvastatin, a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Vytorin is a combination medication of Ezetimibe and Simvastatin used for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It also helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and blood vessel problems.
Generic Vytorin is also called Etalize-S manufactured by Sava Medica in India. Sometimes it may comes from different suppliers around the world. Ezetimibe/Simvastatin is available in different strengths: 10 mg/10 mg, 10 mg/20 mg, 10 mg/40 mg, and 10 mg/80 mg.
USES
This combination medication is used along with a proper diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Simvastatin belongs to a group of drugs known as “statins.” It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver.In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details.Lowering “bad” cholesterol and triglycerides and raising “good” cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart
SIDE EFFECTS
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Common side effects of Vytorin include:
- headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, depression,
memory problems, confusion, back pain, joint pain, muscle pain,
numbness or tingly feeling, trouble having an erection,
sleep problems (insomnia), or cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat).
STORAGE
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
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