Ezetimibe Tablets (Ezetimibe)

Adult dose

The dosage is 10 mg once a day, administered regardless of meals.

This medicine should not be used by patients allergic to its components. It is advisable not to take this medicine with certain lipid-lowering agents in patients with liver problems or abnormal liver enzyme levels. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should be cautious, as the combination of this medicine with certain lipid-lowering agents is prohibited. This medicine is not recommended for patients with moderate to severe liver impairment, and regular liver function tests should be performed. This medicine may cause muscle-related side effects such as myalgia or muscle weakness, so if these symptoms occur, patients should consult a physician immediately. Patients with severely impaired kidney function should also use this medicine with caution, and dosage adjustments may be necessary if required. This medicine may interact with certain drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist if other medications are being taken. It is not recommended for children, especially those under 6 years of age, and should be used in children aged 6 and older according to a physician's directive. Elderly patients can use this medicine but should do so with caution considering the potential for age-related side effects. In cases of overdose, there are no specific antidotes, and appropriate treatment should be obtained based on symptoms, and the medication should be kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), skin and mucosal syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), severe skin adverse reactions including polymorphic erythema (SCARs), drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), liver abnormalities (jaundice), hepatitis, severe allergic reactions, rhabdomyolysis, myopathy, persistent elevation of aminotransferase levels, blood disorders (thrombocytopenia), pancreatitis

Mild side effects

• Headache
• fatigue
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• bloating
• nausea
• myalgia
• dizziness
• paresthesia

This medicine is sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its efficacy and safety for an extended period.

Appearance

White to off-white rectangular tablets with '414' engraved on one side.

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 3)