Once-daily dosing and being available as combination pills with atorvastatin are excellent for compliance.
Effective at lowering LDL (the bad cholesterol) by itself or in combination with other medications in people who cannot do this through diet and exercise.
Does not increase HDL (the “good” cholesterol) as well as other medications
Does not lower triglycerides (another type of “bad” fat) as well as other medications
Ezetimibe is not proven to lower the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks, stroke, and other heart diseases.
Does not lower cholesterol as well as statin as monotherapy (being used alone)
Not enough data on pregnant and breastfeeding women
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