Prescription drug

Ezetimibe

Prescription drug.

How to take it

There is no established standard dose for this case; it is advisable to consult a professional.

Effect by goal · level of evidence

Cholesterol and cardiovascular disease

reduces Moderate meta-analysis (AAA)

Cochrane review: ezetimibe (which blocks cholesterol absorption) lowers LDL and modestly reduces cardiovascular events, especially when added to statins; its effect on mortality is less clear. Useful when a statin is not enough or is not tolerated.

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In depth

Drug · Highest evidence: Moderate · 1 finding

Findings

Cholesterol and cardiovascular disease — reduces (Moderate, meta-analysis). Cochrane review: ezetimibe (which blocks cholesterol absorption) lowers LDL and modestly reduces cardiovascular events, especially when added to statins; its effect on mortality is less clear. Useful when a statin is not enough or is not tolerated. 30480766

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