Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 28 Aug 2024 | 10:43 AM (UTC)

Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe Uses

Atorvastatin+Ezetimibe is used in the treatment of high cholesterol.

How Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe works

Atorvastatin and ezetimibe. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which prevents your body from making "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while raising "good" cholesterol (HDL) levels. Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor which prevents absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide better reduction of cholesterol in your body.

Common side effects of Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe

Muscle pain, Nausea, Increased transaminase level in blood, Upper respiratory tract infection

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Medicine brands for Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe

Storvas EZ

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹237 to ₹279

2 variant(s)

Lipi EZ

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹334 to ₹436

3 variant(s)

Aztor EZ

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹242 to ₹242

1 variant(s)

Atorsave EZ

Eris Lifesciences Ltd

Expert advice for Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe

You have been prescribed Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe for the treatment of high cholesterol.
Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
It can be taken with or without food.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
Notify your doctor if you experience stomach pain, loss of hunger, a sick feeling or dark urine.