Ezetimibe (Zetia) is a antihyperlipidemic agent.

Take Ezetimibe (Zetia) exactly as directed.

Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Diarrhea; dizziness; headache; joint pain; sinus inflammation; sore throat; stomach pain; tiredness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; dark urine; unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider.

Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

Fibrates (eg, fenofibrate, gemfibrozil) because the risk of gallstones may be increased
Cholestyramine because it may decrease Ezetimibe (Zetia)'s effectiveness
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) or cyclosporine because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Ezetimibe (Zetia)

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ezetimibe (Zetia) may interact with other medicines that you take.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

if you have a history liver disease or unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness

Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Ezetimibe (Zetia) is used either alone or with other cholesterol lowering drugs and along with a cholesterol-lowering diet, to help lower cholesterol in the blood.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.

For best results, Ezetimibe (Zetia) should be used along with exercise, a low-cholesterol and low-fat diet, and a weight loss program if you are overweight.

If you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness, contact your doctor.

If you have any questions about Ezetimibe (Zetia), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.