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What is Zetia?

Ezetimibe comes as a tablet to take by mouth. Zetia 10mg is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take ezetimibe, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ezetimibe exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Continue to take ezetimibe even if you feel well. Do not stop taking ezetimibe without talking to your doctor.

Before taking ezetimibe,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to ezetimibe or any other medications
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants (''blood thinners'') such as warfarin (Coumadin); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); fenofibrate (TriCor); and gemfibrozil (Lopid). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
• if you are taking other cholesterol medication such as cholestyramine (Questran), colesevelam (WellChol), or colestipol (Colestid), take it 4 hours before or 2 hours after ezetimibe.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking ezetimibe, call your doctor as soon as possible.

If your condition doesn’t improve or worsens, let your physician know immediately.

Zetia side effects include:

• headache
• dizziness
• diarrhea
• sore throat
• runny nose
• sneezing
• joint pain

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away.

Some Ezetimibe side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction including hives, rash, itching/swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face/throat/tongue/lips/eyes/hands/feet/ankles/lower legs
• hoarseness
• upset stomach
• extreme tiredness
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• lack of energy
• loss of appetite
• pain in the upper right part of the stomach
• yellowing of the skin or eyes
• flu-like symptoms
• muscle pain or weakness
• fever, chills
• pale or fatty stools
• chest pain

Ezetimibe may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Q: Why is Zetia prescribed?

A: Zetia is taken in combination with lifestyle changes (diet, weight-loss, exercise) to reduce the amount of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood.

Q: What kind of lifestyle changes should I make while taking Zetia?

A: Eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietitian. 

Q: Is there a Zetia generic alternative?

A: Yes, generic Zetia is called Ezetimibe and is available for purchase in the same 10mg strength. Buying generic Zetia can offer even better savings on your medication.

Q: How long until I see the effects of Zetia?

A: The treatment may take up to 2 weeks before your cholesterol levels improve. Keep using your medication as directed. You will need frequent blood tests to measure your cholesterol levels.

Q: What if I miss a dose of Zetia?

A: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Q: How should I store this medication?

A: Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).