Tablets for High Cholesterol

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If you have high cholesterol, you may want to use one of the many available tablets. Many medications, including rosuvastatin and Ezetimibe, are effective. This article explains how they work and the risks they present. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of these medications and find out if they are right for you. A pill may not be right for you, but it is still better than no treatment at all.

Ezetimibe If you’re concerned about your cholesterol levels, you should consider taking ezetimibe tablets. You should not take this drug if you have diabetes, hepatitis, or a history of liver disease. Also, this medication is not recommended for pregnant or lactating women. Although ezetimibe has few side effects, it’s not safe for people with high. This drug works by decreasing cholesterol absorption, leading to reduced transport. This reduces total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL cholesterol, while increasing HDL levels. But, this drug does not affect the levels of fat-soluble vitamins, so your doctor may prescribe. Ezetimibe tablets for high cholesterol are generally long-term medications and should not change. Besides to reducing cholesterol levels, ezetimibe is often used with other drugs. It works by blocking the absorption of dietary cholesterol in the small intestine. Besides, ezetimibe helps liver cells increase the number of LDL receptors on their. This drug may use alone or in combination with statins. Although healthline makes every effort to provide accurate information, it is not a. Always speak with your doctor before taking any medication. Moreover, the information on this drug is subject to change. Furthermore, Healthline cannot cover all uses, precautions, warnings, and side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should talk with your healthcare provider. You may have to drop breastfeeding if you’re taking this medication. Ezetimibe is a long-term medicine and requires a doctor’s supervision you fail to take the drug, you risk raising your cholesterol level. If your cholesterol level rises too high, you risk suffering from a heart attack or stroke. If you stop taking the medicine, the medication stops


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