Ezlip 10mg Tablet

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Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Ezlip 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) levels in blood. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

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General Information

Contains

Ezetimibe (10mg)

Marketer

East West Pharma

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Product introduction

Ezlip 10mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Common side effects of this medicine include joint pain and diarrhea. Before taking this medicine its better to let your doctor know about all the other medicines that are prescribed to you. This medicine should be taken with caution if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting the doctor.

Uses of Ezlip Tablet

High cholesterol

Benefits of Ezlip Tablet

High cholesterol
Ezlip 10mg Tablet effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Side effects of Ezlip Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ezlip

Diarrhea
Joint pain
Sinus inflammation
Upper respiratory tract infection
Pain in extremity

How to use Ezlip Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ezlip 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ezlip Tablet works

Ezlip 10mg Tablet is a cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It reduces the cholesterol absorption from the intestine and lowers the levels of total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood.

All substitutes for Ezlip 10mg Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Ezlip 10mg Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and raising good cholesterol (HDL). This helps prevent heart attack and stroke.
Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ezlip 10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ezlip 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ezlip 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ezlip 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ezlip 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ezlip 10mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Ezlip 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ezlip 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ezlip 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ezlip 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?

No, Ezlip 10mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It belongs to cholesterol-lowering group of medicines. It is a medicine which is used along with lifestyle changes to reduce cholesterol levels and other fatty substances in the blood.

What foods should be avoided while taking Ezlip 10mg Tablet?

Since Ezlip 10mg Tablet is meant to decrease blood cholesterol levels, for best results avoid foods which are high in calories like chips, burgers, fried food, etc. Eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.

Can Ezlip 10mg Tablet cause liver damage?

Ezlip 10mg Tablet, when used with another cholesterol-lowering medicine (statin), may commonly cause an increase in liver enzymes. However, if it is used alone, then chances of increase in liver enzymes are uncommon. Your doctor will get blood tests done to check your liver function before starting and during treatment with Ezlip 10mg Tablet.

Should Ezlip 10mg Tablet be taken at night?

You can take Ezlip 10mg Tablet at anytime of the day. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor. You can take it with or without food.

Can I drink alcohol with Ezlip 10mg Tablet?

You should avoid alcohol while taking Ezlip 10mg Tablet since it may increase your risk of getting side effects in the liver. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.

Does Ezlip 10mg Tablet cause muscle pain?

Muscle pain may occur when Ezlip 10mg Tablet is used with a statin. It usually does not occur when Ezlip 10mg Tablet is used alone. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain or weakness. This is because on rare occasions, muscle problems, including muscle breakdown which may result in kidney damage can be serious and may become a potentially fatal condition.

Does Ezlip 10mg Tablet raise blood sugar?

No, Ezlip 10mg Tablet does not raise blood sugar levels. In fact, it may be helpful for patients with diabetes since it helps in improving insulin resistance and also kidney function. Ezlip 10mg Tablet has not been shown to have any direct effect on blood sugar levels.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azetidinone derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Intestinal sterol absorption inhibitors

Related lab tests

Cholesterol - HDL

Cholesterol - LDL

Cholesterol - Total

References

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Patient concerns

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Physician

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Name: East West Pharma
Address: No. 10, 2nd Cross, Maravaneri, Salem - 636007, Tamil Nadu.

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