Ezetimibe And Simvastatin

What it’s used for

Therapy with lipid-altering agents should be only one component of multiple risk factor intervention in individuals at significantly increased risk for atherosclerotic vascular disease due to hypercholesterolemia. Drug therapy is indicated as an adjunct to diet when the response to a diet restricted in saturated fat and cholesterol and other nonpharmacologic measures alone has been inadequate.

How to take it

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Dose range is 10 mg/10 mg/day to 10 mg/40 mg/day. ( 2.

Important warnings

Patients should be advised of the increased risk of myopathy, including rhabdomyolysis, with the 10 mg/80 mg dose. ( 5.

Common side effects

The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the label: • Rhabdomyolysis and myopathy [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5. 1 ) ] • Liver enzyme abnormalities [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS [ See Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

10 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 80 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 5 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG Oral Tablet

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

• Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
• What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
• Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
• What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?