Ezetimibe
Overview
Ezetimibe is a lipid regulating drug that inhibits the intestinal absorption of cholesterol. Ezetimibe is used as an adjunct to dietary measures and statin in primary and homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia.
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Ezetimibe's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 0 to 10 mg | 5 (5) | 24 hourly | | |
| 10 mg | 10 (10) | 24 hourly | PO | |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| No data regarding the Paedriatic dosage details of Ezetimibe is available. |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Ezetimibe is available. |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Ezetimibe
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