Ezetimibe
Uses
Ezetimibe is used in the treatment for reducing the increased cholesterol levels in blood
How it Works
Ezetimibe is known as a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. Ezetimibe is indicated for the lowering of cholesterol levels caused by by conditions such as hypercholesterolaemia. Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol you absorb from food. Ezetimibe has also been prescribed for high levels of cholesterol caused by rare inherited conditions such as phytosterolaemia and homozygous sistosterolaemia. Ezetimibe is frequently used alongside exercise and special dietary plans.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Ezetimibe may suffer from such side effects;
Coughing,
Flatulence,
Tiredness,
Joint pain,
Sinus inflammation,
Limb pain,
Diarrhoea,
Respiratory tract infectio
Rosuvastatin
Uses
Rosuvastatin is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides levels in blood and increased cholesterol levels in blood.
How it Works
Rosuvastatin is known as a statin or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Rosuvastatin regulates the amount of cholesterol and other lipids made by the body. Rosuvastatin works by blocking the action of a the enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase which the body needs to make cholesterol. This lowers the level of cholesterol and directly lowers the risk of heart and blood vessel disease.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Rosuvastatin may suffer from such side effects;
Musculoskeletal pain,
Dyspepsia,
Nasopharyngitis,
Increased liver enzymes,
Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood,
Diarrhoea,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Allergic reaction,
Headache,
Nausea,
Joint swelling,
Increased glucose level in blood