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Side Effects of Ezetimibe-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Ezetimibe as follows: General allergic reactions: Ezetimibe use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of anaphylaxis, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Gastrointestinal upset Ezetimibe use, especially [...]

Contraindications for Ezetimibe Use-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ezetimibe as follows: Avoid drinking alcohol with Ezetimibe. Alcohol, by itself, carries the risk of elevating the bad cholesterol and triglycerides, thus compromising the therapeutic benefit of Ezetimibe intake. In addition, alcohol with Ezetimibe can increase the risk for hepatitis and damage to the liver function. Overall body metabolism slows down in hypothyroidism, which slows down the metabolism of Ezetimibe by the liver. Slowing down of the drug [...]

Contraindications for Ezetimibe Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ezetimibe as follows: Ezetimibe is significantly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, metabolism of Ezetimibe could be slowed down. Slowing down of the drug metabolism can result in increased risk for compromised therapeutic benefits and toxicity with the medication. Also, Ezetimibe has the potential to cause inflammation of liver with consequent damage to the liver function, especially when administered as a combination therapy with other [...]

How to take Ezetimibe

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Ezetimibe as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose with a glass of water at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. This medication can induce some nausea and vomiting, when taken on empty stomach. Taking the medication with some food or snack can help [...]

Therapeutic Uses of Ezetimibe

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Ezetimibe as follows: Ezetimibe is an anti-cholesterol medication used in individuals with complaint of hypercholesterolemia, to help reduce the levels of cholesterol in the blood. Ezetimibe works by reducing the dietary absorption of cholesterol from the intestines into the blood. By reducing the intestinal absorption of cholesterol, Ezetimibe lowers the levels of lipids in the blood. This reduces the risk for atherosclerosis and plaque formation in the blood [...]