Ezetimibe

Other names: Zetia

Categories: Prescription Medication

Description:

Ezetimibe (trade name Zetia) is a cholesterol-lowering medication that works differently from statins. Instead of blocking cholesterol production in the liver, it reduces the absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine, lowering the amount that enters the bloodstream. This leads to decreased LDL (“bad” cholesterol) and total cholesterol, with minimal effect on HDL and triglycerides. Ezetimibe is often used in patients who cannot tolerate statins, or more commonly, in combination with a statin to achieve greater LDL reduction and lower cardiovascular risk.

Treatment For:

Hypercholesterolemia

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Dr. Curbside

August 26, 2025

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Ezetimibe (Zetia) is a useful add-on therapy for patients whose LDL remains above goal despite maximally tolerated statins. It works by blocking cholesterol absorption in the gut, lowering LDL by about 15–25% with very few side effects. It is used when additional LDL reduction is needed but the patient cannot tolerate higher statin doses or requires a non-statin option.

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