Ezta 10mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ezetimibe (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Zydus Cadila |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Ezta 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol by lowering 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) levels in blood. Ezta 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.
Ezta 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.
Is Ezta 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?
No, Ezta 10mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It belongs to the cholesterol-lowering group of medicines and is used along with lifestyle changes to reduce cholesterol levels and other fatty substances in the blood.
What foods should be avoided while taking Ezta 10mg Tablet?
For best results, avoid foods high in calories such as chips, burgers, fried food, etc. Eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet and follow all exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.
Can Ezta 10mg Tablet cause liver damage?
When used with another cholesterol-lowering medicine (statin), Ezta 10mg Tablet may commonly cause an increase in liver enzymes. However, if used alone, the chances of increased liver enzymes are uncommon. Your doctor will get blood tests done to check your liver function before starting and during treatment with Ezta 10mg Tablet.
Should Ezta 10mg Tablet be taken at night?
You can take Ezta 10mg Tablet at any time of the day. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor, and you can take it with or without food.
Can I drink alcohol with Ezta 10mg Tablet?
It is recommended to avoid alcohol while taking Ezta 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 Ezta 10mg Tablet cause muscle pain?
Muscle pain may occur when Ezta 10mg Tablet is used with a statin. It usually does not occur when Ezta 10mg Tablet is used alone. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained muscle pain or weakness, as on rare occasions, muscle problems can be serious and potentially fatal.
Does Ezta 10mg Tablet raise blood sugar?
No, Ezta 10mg Tablet does not raise blood sugar levels. In fact, it may be helpful for patients with diabetes as it improves insulin resistance and kidney function. Ezta 10mg Tablet has not been shown to have any direct effect on blood sugar levels.
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. Ezta 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Ezta 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.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness) particularly if accompanied with fever.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ezta 10mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Ezta 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Ezta 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
